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… A perimetry test (visual field test) measures all areas of your eyesight, including your side, or peripheral, vision. … a bowl-shaped instrument called a perimeter. While you stare at the centre of the bowl, lights flash. You press a …
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… Overview Exercise challenge and inhalation challenge tests are sometimes used to diagnose asthma and workplace asthma … challenge test, spirometry is done before and after you exercise on a treadmill or an exercise bicycle. … medicine. Spirometry may be done before and after you are given an inhaled medicine, such as methacholine or …
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… On this page: Overview Overview There are many ways that adults can help children and teens … approach to food and exercise. Avoid punishing or rewarding your children with food. Be a good role model for healthy … own thoughts about food and your weight, body, and shape. Are you always on a diet? Do you get upset or anxious if you …
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… Overview Allergy to dye Allergic reactions to tattoo dye are rare. The various colours in a tattoo are made from different … Allergic reactions do not always occur the first time you are exposed to the dye. For example, if you have had 3 …
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… Overview To help control acne, wash your skin once or twice a day. If you have mild acne, you … after washing it, use a moisturizing lotion. Look for skin care products that say "non-comedogenic" on the label. Shower … after washing it, use a moisturizing lotion. Look for skin care products that say "non-comedogenic" on the label. Shower …
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… page: Get started Get started Backpacks are handy for carrying books—and lots of other things. But … straps. A loaded pack will dig into shoulders if the straps are too skinny. Waist belt. This is an important feature. It … edges from digging into the back. Wheels. These are nice if you or your child needs to carry a lot. But check with your …
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… for: Adults and older children who have reached puberty Young children until the age of puberty Babies younger than … at least one-third of the depth of the baby's chest. If you are trained in CPR, how many compressions and breaths do you … (AED) Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are machines that are programmed to safely deliver an …
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… nerve stimulation (PNS) and spinal cord stimulation (SCS) are two types of electrical nerve stimulation. In either, a … These pulses interfere with the nerve impulses that make you feel pain. Nerve stimulation is done in two steps. To … implanted under the skin and the small coated wires (leads) are inserted under the skin to the point where they are …
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… Your third trimester Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview … baby continues to develop in the third trimester and prepares for the birthing process. Learn more about how your … Week 40 of pregnancy: What's going on inside Medical care During your third trimester, you’ll see your healthcare …
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… On this page: Overview Overview You may be able to prevent cold exposure by having emergency … Signalling equipment, such as a whistle, mirror, flares, or a parachute cloth to float in the air. A first aid … Signalling equipment, such as a whistle, mirror, flares, or a parachute cloth to float in the air. A first aid …
