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… Arterial Blood Gases (ABG) Test On this page: Test Overview Why It Is … from an artery. This test is used to find out how well your lungs are able to move oxygen into the blood and remove … before they enter body tissues. An ABG measures: Partial pressure of oxygen (PaO2). This measures the pressure of …
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… Blood Thinners: Signs of Abnormal Bleeding On this page: … Overview A blood thinner can increase your risk of bleeding problems. If you take a blood thinner, … for signs of abnormal bleeding. If you are injured, apply pressure to stop the bleeding. Realize that it will take …
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… Seizure Medicine Levels in Blood Test On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How To … Overview A medicine blood level test measures how much of your medicine is in your blood. Your doctor checks it to … they don't control seizures as well as they should. At a high blood level, they may cause problems. Your doctor may …
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… Blood Transfusions for Sickle Cell Disease On this page: … doctors watch you closely for any negative reactions. Your doctor might check for iron buildup in the body (iron … strokes in children who already had a stroke or are at high risk for a first stroke. footnote 1 How Well It Works …
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… Blood Sugar Testing Times Form On this page: Overview Overview If you have diabetes, talk with your health professional (if you haven't already) about how … treating low blood sugar. ___ When I think I might have high blood sugar. ___ After treating high blood sugar. ___ …
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… Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, and Blood Sugar On this page: Overview Overview The body uses … , and fat . Carbohydrate is the nutrient that most affects your blood sugar. Protein and fat do not raise blood sugar as …
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… Babyproofing your home for the first year Last updated August 7, 2013 Babies … remove them until your baby can climb stairs without help. Pressure gates can be pushed over, so they are only useful …
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… Thick and Thin Blood Smears for Malaria On this page: Overview Why It Is Done Results Overview Thick and Thin Blood Smears for Malaria—Overview Doctors use thick and thin … show: Normal No parasites are present in red blood cells. Your doctor will repeat the test every 8 hours for 1 or 2 …
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… Low Blood Sugar Level Record On this page: Overview Overview Use this form to record a low blood sugar level problem. Fill out a record each time this … Take the completed form(s) to the doctor. If you (or your child with diabetes) is having low blood sugar …
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… Quick Tips: Babyproofing Your Home On this page: Get started Get … standards for things like cribs, strollers, playpens, high chairs, and changing tables. Always use the safety …
