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… team member has a specific set of responsibilities before, during, and after the surgery. CABG surgery is a complex … precision. The medical professionals in the operating room during your surgery will be specially trained in performing … and monitor your anesthesia, medicines, and vital signs during the surgery. Nursing team: Specially trained nurses …
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… stress test checks to see if your baby will stay healthy during contractions when you are in labour. This test … . The test is done when you are 34 or more weeks pregnant. During a contraction, the blood and oxygen supply to your … your nipples. This tells your body to release oxytocin. During this test, your baby's heart rate may slow down …
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… usually don't cause symptoms. They are most often found during routine screening tests for colorectal cancer. A … looks. How are they diagnosed? Most colon polyps are found during tests for colorectal cancer. These tests include … , and CT colonography (virtual colonoscopy) . Polyps found during a colonoscopy can often be removed during the test. …
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… When you are done using them, dispose of them quickly and safely. Your local pharmacy or hospital may have a drop-off … When you are done using them, dispose of them quickly and safely. Your local pharmacy or hospital may have a drop-off …
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… with an asbestos removal expert to remove the material safely. Some forms of insulation may look like asbestos but …
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… so and a health care provider has shown you how to do it safely. When taking your baby’s temperature, use an easy to …
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… plan for what you can expect - physically and emotionally - during childbirth and the early days of parenting.  The … Fetal growth and development Healthy eating and nutrition during pregnancy Pregnancy changes and coping strategies … Preterm labour or low birth weight babies Physical activity during pregnancy and after birth Labour and delivery …
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… Information Overview Teens' biological clocks change during puberty. Adolescents and teens tend to fall asleep … may: Have trouble getting up in the morning. Fall asleep during the day. Feel tired and grumpy during the day. Teenagers need about 10 hours of sleep each …