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Central Vascular Access Device CVAD

… have kidney failure. A CVAD may be used to draw blood for tests only if another vein, such as in the hand or arm, … have kidney failure. A CVAD may be used to draw blood for tests only if another vein, such as in the hand or arm, …

Oxygen Treatment for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease COPD

… health and the results of oximetry or an arterial blood gas test . You may need oxygen in certain situations, such as: … health and the results of oximetry or an arterial blood gas test . You may need oxygen in certain situations, such as: …

Sleep Problems Dealing With Jet Lag

… and effectiveness of melatonin have not been thoroughly tested. Taking large doses of it may cause sleep disruption … and effectiveness of melatonin have not been thoroughly tested. Taking large doses of it may cause sleep disruption …

Hospital Discharge Planning

… When you need to see the doctor again and any follow-up tests you need. How and when to change bandages and … When you need to see the doctor again and any follow-up tests you need. How and when to change bandages and …

Returning to Play After a Head Injury During a Sporting Event

… ability to pay attention and to answer questions that test learning and memory. How quickly the player can solve … time. Because the risk for a second concussion is greatest within 10 days of the first concussion, it's very … ability to pay attention and to answer questions that test learning and memory. How quickly the player can solve …

Drug Allergies

… doctor whether you have a drug allergy, you may need skin tests. Or your doctor may have you take small doses of a … doctor whether you have a drug allergy, you may need skin tests. Or your doctor may have you take small doses of a …

Monitoring and Medicines for Heart Failure

… periodically have these electrolytes measured using a blood test. They should also be measured shortly after you start … periodically have these electrolytes measured using a blood test. They should also be measured shortly after you start …

High Blood Pressure Checking Your Blood Pressure at Home

… you take your blood pressure. Empty your bladder before the test. Sit with your back straight, such as on a dining … you take your blood pressure. Empty your bladder before the test. Sit with your back straight, such as on a dining …

Information about cannabis

… 5ng of THC per mL of blood. Police may administer a saliva test to determine if THC is present in your system. If so, the police can then ask you to provide a blood test. THC impairment can last for more than 24 hours after …

Uterine Fibroids Should I Use GnRH-A Therapy

… questions about my periods and did an examination and some tests. Most of the tests came back normal, but my doctor thought, based on the … questions about my periods and did an examination and some tests. Most of the tests came back normal, but my doctor …