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… Levonorgestrel (LNg) IUD On this page: Overview Overview The … pregnancy for 3 to 5 years, depending on which IUD is used. How well does it work? Most women have a significant … bleeding and cramps and, in many women, eventually cause menstrual periods to stop altogether. In this case, not …
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… when you'd rather say no? Maybe you agree to something because it feels easier in the moment. But you regret it later. … feels awkward, do it in front of your mirror or your pet. Use "I" statements and kind words. For example, say, "Thank … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… Removing an Object From a Wound On this page: Overview Overview In the following … and injury to the eye. If the wound is serious enough because of its location or depth that you are going to seek … has been removed, always check to see if the object that caused the wound is intact. If part of the object is still in …
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… Hepatitis Panel On this page: Topic Overview Topic Overview A hepatitis panel is a blood test used to find markers of hepatitis infection. Hepatitis causes inflammation of the liver. There are different …
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… Lab Test Results: Units of Measurement On this page: Overview Overview Lab test results … which lab did the test. Units of measurement that may be used for lab test results include: Femtolitres . Grams (g) . … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… Safe Transfers To or From a Wheelchair On this page: Overview Overview After your spinal cord … the transfer surfaces. If the distance is too great, use a transfer board. It can bridge the gap between the two … can scrape against during the transfer. This scraping can cause pressure injuries . If you have a catheter , be aware of …
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… Schizophrenia and Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview People with … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of …
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… Diabetes and Infections On this page: Overview Overview High blood sugar from … stay in the infected area, and kill microorganisms. Because of the buildup of plaque in blood vessels associated … by common infections, such as influenza and pneumonia caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae . This is why immunizations …
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… Plantar Fasciitis: Resuming Your Training On this page: Overview Overview Plantar … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of …
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… Choking Rescue for Babies On this page: Overview Overview If the baby can cough … your thigh. Don't cover their mouth or twist their neck. Use the heel of one hand to give up to 5 back slaps between the baby's shoulder blades. If the object does not pop out, support the …
