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… focus on the pain. Moderate pain (5 to 7) : The pain is bad enough to disrupt your normal activities and your sleep, but … Mild pain (1 to 4) : You notice the pain, but it is not bad enough to disrupt your sleep or activities. Major trauma is … severe bleeding that you cannot control. Any event forceful enough to badly break a large bone (like an arm bone or leg …
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… baby may seem to be in a distant world, only pausing long enough in this one to wake you up for a little snack or a … your baby sleeps. Worry over whether your baby is getting enough to eat. This is especially a common concern among … cord falls off. After that, bathe your baby in warm water, not too hot. Never leave a baby alone in the bathtub, …
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… mould in your home. Clean bathroom surfaces with soap and water, mould-killing products, or liquid bleach mixed with water. If you have mould in your home, remove it with one of … materials that have been stored in these areas. Repair any water-damaged areas from leaking roofs or basements. Also, …
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… are: How much upper body strength do I have? Am I strong enough to use a manual wheelchair? Where will the wheelchair … Braces, crutches, and walkers. Some people with SCIs have enough strength to use these devices. There are many types … are: How much upper body strength do I have? Am I strong enough to use a manual wheelchair? Where will the wheelchair …
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… walk should be within your reach. Your bed should be low enough so that you don't have problems getting out of bed. … your path to the washroom or hallway. Your room should have enough light. Make sure there is a night light in your … walk should be within your reach. Your bed should be low enough so that you don't have problems getting out of bed. …
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… surgery (lumpectomy) removes the cancer and just enough tissue to get all the cancer. The goal is to keep the … in early-stage breast cancer to remove the cancer and just enough tissue to make sure that all the cancer is removed. … surgery (lumpectomy) removes the cancer and just enough tissue to get all the cancer. The goal is to keep the …
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… do to help reduce eating problems. Sit upright when eating, drinking, and taking pills. Take small bites of food. Chew … do to help reduce eating problems. Sit upright when eating, drinking, and taking pills. Take small bites of food. Chew …
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… been evaluated (number completing the program, years not drinking)? Does the treatment program offer special services … what ways are they involved? Alcohol: Drinking and Your Health Current as of: March 22, … been evaluated (number completing the program, years not drinking)? Does the treatment program offer special services …
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… from the nose. After using the bulb, wash it in warm, soapy water. Rinse well and squeeze to remove any water. Suctioning too often can make the congestion worse … from the nose. After using the bulb, wash it in warm, soapy water. Rinse well and squeeze to remove any water. …