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… has a cough that lasts more than 1 week should see a health care provider. Is there a treatment? Pertussis is treated … of pregnancy, as well as all of their household and daycare contacts. People who have or may have pertussis should … a person who has pertussis, you should call your health care provider for more information. What is the home …
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… local public health hearing clinic or your family health care provider to find out more about making a referral. See your health care provider right away if your child has any of the … – less than 1200 grams (2.65 pounds) Neonatal intensive care stay of 2 or more days Being on a ventilator or …
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… guided imagery, or other relaxation techniques. Take care of yourself if you are vomiting. Rinse your mouth with … Call 9-1-1 anytime you think you may need emergency care. For example, call if: You passed out (lost … doctor or nurse advice line now or seek immediate medical care if: You have a fever. You can't keep down fluids or …
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… gangrene. Preoperative issues in amputations Preoperative care before amputation is similar to any major surgery. A … such as diabetes or heart, lung, or kidney problems must be carefully assessed and their medical care optimized before the operation. The importance of the …
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… watching for choking hazards. Food To prevent choking, use care when you select and prepare food. Do not give round, … sure your child sits down while eating and that they chew carefully. Don't allow your child to eat while walking, … be diced or cooked and mashed. Fish or chicken with bones. Carefully cut the meat off the bone and then into small …
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… days and are difficult to treat. Pain can be exhausting for caregivers as well as for the person in pain. A pain … time. Explains your needs to other health professionals who care for you. Offers you some predictability and control … at home, call your doctor and seek emergency medical care. Preventing pain Mild to moderate body pain and some …
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… pain, and you also have housework to do, children to take care of, and errands to run. When you can't find someone … for you, keep in mind these important rules. Bend forward carefully. When you must bend forward to empty the … pick up clothes, make the bed, or do other chores, bend carefully in a way that doesn't cause pain. When you lift, …
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… and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this … all preparation and usage instructions from your health care professional. Before using, check this product visually …
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… and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this … is given by injection into the affected eye(s) by a health care professional. The affected eye is numbed before each …
Medications
… and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this … from the patient information sheet provided by your health care professional. If you are enrolled in a study, …
