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… or personal care such as bathing and dressing. They may take on these responsibilities out of love or a sense of … kinds of harm from people they rely on or trust. It can take many forms including physical, emotional, financial, … can help you find resources or learn useful tips. What should I do if I see a crime or harmful situation? Call the …
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… ear cartilage creates a wound that is harder to clean, takes longer to heal, and is more likely to become infected … asks the right questions for you. Could you be having a severe allergic reaction ? This is more likely if you have … jewellery, make sure it can be removed. For example, you should be able to unscrew the ball on one end of a …
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… cell batteries) are more dangerous than other objects. They should be removed right away. The moist tissue in the nose … a stuffy nose Would you describe the breathing problem as severe, moderate, or mild? The symptoms in an adult or older … to certain symptoms and seek care sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners …
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… Warning This medication may increase the risk of death. It should only be used when other treatments have not worked. … that may interact with this drug are: retinoid medications taken by mouth (such as acitretin, isotretinoin) Overdose If someone has overdosed and has …
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… serious (sometimes fatal) side effects. This medication should be used only to treat cancer or severe diseases … with high-dose methotrexate. Caution is advised if you also take aspirin. NSAIDs/aspirin may be used with low-dose … (such as azathioprine, sulfasalazine, retinoids such as isotretinoin) penicillins phenytoin probenecid procarbazine …
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… to think about all aspects of getting a tattoo. A tattoo should be considered permanent. Tattoo removal is hard and … asks the right questions for you. Could you be having a severe allergic reaction ? This is more likely if you have … to certain symptoms and seek care sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners …
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… after a seizure. But their behaviour and activity level should be back to normal within minutes of the seizure. … Yes May be dehydrated No May be dehydrated Are the symptoms severe, moderate, or mild? The symptoms in a baby are … fluid usually are not enough. The child needs to be able to take in and keep down plenty of fluids. Yes Unable to drink …
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… in the back, neck, jaw, or upper belly, or in one or both shoulders or arms. Light-headedness or sudden weakness. A … painful. The pain may be worse when you cough or try to take a deep breath. Swelling (inflammation) of the thin … problem No Respiratory problem Do you have moderate or severe belly pain? This is not the cramping type of pain you …
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… doctor can decide if aspirin is a good choice for you. Who should take aspirin For people who have had a heart attack: Aspirin … or angioplasty . Have peripheral arterial disease . Who should not take aspirin Experts recommend that most people …
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… animals and that an animal could hurt them. Young children should always be supervised around animals. Dog bites occur … Yes Bleeding No Bleeding Would you describe the bleeding as severe, moderate, or mild ? Severe Severe bleeding Moderate … to certain symptoms and seek care sooner. Medicines you take . Certain medicines, such as blood thinners …
