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… How to take a temperature: Children and adults Last updated August 1, 2021 … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese There are 4 ways to take (measure) a temperature: Under the armpit (axillary method) In the mouth …
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… so that your medication works at its best. Steps you can take Follow a healthy and well-balanced diet. You do not … 60 Cabbage, raw 1 cup shredded 56 *Nutrient information taken from Canadian Nutrient File (2015) … Other tips: Vitamin and mineral supplements If you take a vitamin or mineral supplement that contains vitamin …
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… environment to grow botulism bacteria. What steps can I take to avoid botulism? To avoid botulism, use extreme care … include most vegetables, meats and seafood. The level of temperature needed to kill botulism bacteria for low-acid … or your hands may have touched. What are important steps to take when canning? Never substitute the jar size or the …
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… for 2 minutes Let the water cool to between room and body temperature Wash the top of the can with hot water and soap … a boil for 2 minutes Let the water cool, but do not let the temperature go below 70oC (158oF). The water needs to be hot … on the label Cool the formula to between room and body temperature and use right away. Once you start feeding, use …
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… foods like fresh fruits and vegetables Cook foods to a safe temperature Cooking foods to an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F) or hotter kills germs. To check … to at least 74°C (165°F). If in doubt, throw it out Do not take chances with your food. Remember, contaminated foods …
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… mercury is a shiny, silvery metal that is liquid at room temperature, and forms beads when spilled. Some of it also … to form a colourless and odorless vapour at room and higher temperatures. Where might I have elemental mercury in my … disposing of the bag What healthcare precautions should I take to protect myself and my family from mercury spills? …
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… milk is raw milk that has been heated to a specified temperature for a specified amount of time to kill pathogens … in the top part of a double boiler. Gradually raise the temperature of the milk to 74°C (165°F) or hotter and keep it at this temperature for at least 15 seconds. Stir often to keep all …
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… can be prevented. Passive strategies: The hot water temperature at the taps in the bathroom should be set to … a scald. Note: Gas hot water tanks have different minimum temperature requirements than electric hot water tanks … mixing valve taps in bathrooms and kitchens to regulate temperature and prevent bursts of hot water Active …
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… you have been symptom-free for at least 48 hours. Water temperature The temperature of a hot tub should never be hotter than 40oC … of hot tubs and spas. Their small bodies do not regulate temperature well and overheat too quickly. Physical hazards …
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… to keep a record of the travel vaccines you receive and take this with you on your trip. What is the traveller’s … years of age and older are given 2 doses of the vaccine to take at home by mouth (orally). A booster dose may be … over 6 years of age are given 2 doses of vaccine to take orally at home. A booster dose may be required every 2 …
