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… these basic rules to protect your back while lifting : Keep a wide base of support. Your feet should be shoulder-width apart, with one foot slightly ahead of the …
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… of an infection caused by Mycobacterium chimaera? What should I do if I have symptoms of infection? Should everyone who had heart surgery, heart transplant or … your doctor right away or go to the nearest emergency. What should I do if I have symptoms of infection? Mycobacterium …
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… hepatitis B or hepatitis C in people who received HBIg. Who should get hepatitis B immune globulin? You should get one dose of HBIg if you have been exposed to the … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to …
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… hepatitis B or hepatitis C in people who received Ig. Who should get immune globulin? Your health care provider may … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age …
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… . Who should get the vaccine? The influenza vaccine is available … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to … the study please visit https://canvas-network.ca/ . Who should not get the vaccine? Speak with your health care …
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… pressure directly on an existing pressure injury. Try to keep the head of a bed, a recliner chair, or a reclining … degrees. Recliner chairs are likely to allow slipping. They should not be used in place of a bed. Use special support … How can you tell if a pressure injury is healing as it should? As you treat a pressure injury, you will know it is …
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… adults do not normally get scabies above the neck, you should not have to apply the cream to your face and scalp. … have symptoms yet. For this reason, all household members should receive treatment at the same time. Children may … since condoms might not stop scabies from spreading. What should be cleaned in my environment? Wash sheets and clothes …
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… chickenpox. The vaccine is approved by Health Canada. Who should get the shingles vaccine? Shingrix® is recommended … had shingles Received a live virus shingles vaccine. You should wait at least 1 year before getting Shingrix® if you … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to …
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… the disease or received 2 doses of a measles vaccine, you should get immunized to prevent the illness. You need to get … see HealthLinkBC File #63 Immune globulin . What should I do if I think I have measles? If you have a fever … can be given for fever or soreness. ASA (e.g. Aspirin®) should not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to …
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… especially if they breastfeed for 6 months or more Should I breastfeed if I have HTLV-1? If you are infected with HTLV-1 you should not breastfeed. Otherwise, breastfeeding is highly … by transfusion has been virtually eliminated in Canada. Should I get tested? No, unless you have a HTLV-1-associated …
