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… vascular access device (CVAD)? A CVAD is a thin, flexible tube. It's also called a central line. It is used when a … treatment for pain, infection, or cancer, or to supply nutrition. A CVAD can be left in place far longer than an … Regular flushing of the CVAD can help keep the line clear. Preventing infections and making sure it is in place can …
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… medical equipment presses on the skin, such as when oxygen tubes press on the ears or cheeks. Pressure injuries can … bed sheets or other surfaces (friction). Not getting enough nutrition to keep your body working well (malnutrition). Not … spreading out pressure is the most important part of both preventing and treating pressure injuries. Putting pressure …
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… as during the start of a woman's menstrual blood flow or pregnancy. Taking medicines, such as aspirin … pulmonary disease (COPD) . footnote 2 Asthma during pregnancy Asthma can occur for the first time during … or foreign bodies. This test uses a long, thin, lighted tube to look at your airways. Biopsies of the airways can be …
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… 3, 2024 Overview Breast/chest milk provides all of the nutrition that your baby needs. Most healthcare providers … comfortable breastfeeding in public Breastfeeding during pregnancy Breastfeeding multiple infants Breastfeeding: … Common breastfeeding concerns Mastitis while breastfeeding Preventing mastitis Plugged milk ducts when you're …
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… 11, 2013 During the second trimester - weeks 15 to 27 of pregnancy - your emotions may feel more stable. You’ll also … Quickening (baby’s movements) Increased sense that the pregnancy is real Stretch marks Lower back pain Pubic pain … Overview Swelling of your feet and ankles is normal during pregnancy. Most of the swelling should be gone when you get …
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… attempt. The mother has been pregnant before. A previous pregnancy usually means that the wall of the belly is more … when: footnote 2 The mother has already had at least one pregnancy and childbirth. The baby, or a foot or leg, has … procedure is done near term (36 or more completed weeks of pregnancy), before labour starts. Turning the baby is least …
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… if you are undernourished or cannot completely meet your nutritional needs through food. If you take a diuretic … But calorie requirements will vary, based on your current nutritional status. If you are underweight or malnourished, … the obstacles to sufficient intake can often lead to malnutrition in people who have heart failure. The following is …
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… small amounts of food. This will help you to get enough nutrition. Preventing poisoning Always keep seafood refrigerated or on … small amounts of food. This will help you to get enough nutrition. Preventing poisoning Always keep seafood …
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… Overview The intrauterine device (IUD) is used to prevent pregnancy. It's a small, plastic, T-shaped device. Your … IUDs. Hormonal IUDs release a type of progestin to prevent pregnancy for 5 years. Copper IUDs do not use hormones and … of birth control. IUDs are more than 99% effective for preventing pregnancy. footnote 1 That means fewer than 1 out …
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… toddlers Sun safety for children (HealthlinkBC File # 26) Preventing injuries and illnesses Resources to help you … from infections Child safety: Washing toys to prevent germs Preventing poisoning in young children Head injuries in … Best Chance handbook offers general information about pregnancy and parenting, with a focus on ensuring the health …
