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… Long-Term Care Choices On this page: Overview … a loved one may not have training to provide some types of care. Or a family member may have financial or family … members may live far apart. This is where long-term care can help. It can provide a safe and structured …
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… Caregiving: Overview of Personal Care On this page: Overview Overview Helping someone with personal care involves a lot of daily tasks. If it's been a while …
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… Dental Care for Older Adults On this page: Basic Care Denture Care Basic Care Dental care for older …
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… Understanding Virtual Care (Telemedicine) On this page: Overview Overview What is virtual care? For some health problems, a phone call or video call … nurse can save you time and money. This is called virtual care. It may also be called telemedicine or telehealth. Many …
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… Caregiving: Foot and Toenail Care On this page: Overview Overview … the person likes—also helps the person. If the person you care for has diabetes or has foot problems, such as bad … see a podiatrist. This is a doctor who specializes in the care of the feet. Sometimes a podiatrist will come to the …
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… Incision Care After Surgery On this page: Overview Related … Information Overview After surgery, you will need to take care of the incision as it heals. Caring for your incision … they become loose and fall off on their own. Other incision care tips After some surgeries, you may be given special …
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… Dental Care During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview It's important to take care of your body when you are pregnant. This includes your … good dental habits—will help you and your baby. Taking care of your teeth while you are pregnant helps prevent …
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… Care for an Indwelling Urinary Catheter On this page: … embarrassed, the person may feel more comfortable. Catheter care Wear disposable gloves when handling someone's … catheter is removed, there are things you can do to take care of yourself. A person may have trouble urinating. If …
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… Emergency Care for an Accidental Amputation On this page: Overview … part. The time since the amputation and receiving medical care. The general health of the injured person. Take these … or severe blood loss can cause the person to go into shock. Care for the amputated body part. If the body part was …
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… can help keep your mouth and throat moist. How can you care for yourself at home? For your eyes Use artificial … or (cimetidine), when needed to reduce heartburn. Be careful when you take over-the-counter antacid medicines. … can help keep your mouth and throat moist. How can you care for yourself at home? For your eyes Use artificial …
