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… Emergency Care for an Accidental Amputation On this page: Overview … part. The time since the amputation and receiving medical care. The general health of the injured person. Take these … or severe blood loss can cause the person to go into shock. Care for the amputated body part. If the body part was …
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… can help keep your mouth and throat moist. How can you care for yourself at home? For your eyes Use artificial … or (cimetidine), when needed to reduce heartburn. Be careful when you take over-the-counter antacid medicines. … can help keep your mouth and throat moist. How can you care for yourself at home? For your eyes Use artificial …
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… Immunization for health care workers in B.C. Last updated March 1, 2013 HealthLink … test results. Diphtheria, tetanus, and polio Polio: Primary immunization with polio vaccine is recommended for … all health care workers. Most adults will have completed a primary series of polio vaccine as children. If you think …
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… Dental care and teething for toddlers Last updated August 13, 2013 … tooth appears and no later than 12 months of age. Dental care for low-income families If you are on Premium … Preventing early childhood tooth decay (video) … Dental care and teething for toddlers …
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… in which people help doctors find ways to improve health care. Each study tries to find better ways to prevent, … keep a diary of your experience during this time. Doctors, nurses, social workers, and other health professionals may … keep a diary of your experience during this time. Doctors, nurses, social workers, and other health professionals may …
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… Register your pregnancy for prenatal care Last updated April 15, 2015 Overview Pregnancy is an … (see links below) or talking directly to a public health nurse. Registering connects you with public health nurses and community resources to ensure you, your baby and …
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… section of intestine) and cutting the barrier to size. Care for your skin and stoma and watch for skin irritation. … approval and guidance. Wound, ostomy, and continence nurses (WOCNs) are available in some medical centres to help … than an adult's skin. Your wound, ostomy, and continence nurse (WOCN) will help you learn how to care for your child …
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… Learning About Hospice Palliative Care On this page: Overview Overview … want or don't want. Communicate better with your doctors, nurses, and each other. In many parts of Canada, hospice … other places. Who provides the care? There are doctors and nurses who specialize in this field. But your own doctor may …
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Caregiving: Skin Care for Immobile Adults On this page: … doctor know if you see pressure injures. The doctor or nurse may give you some advice about how to treat minor … MD - Family Medicine Gayle E. Stauffer, RN - Registered Nurse Current as of: February 27, 2023 Author: Healthwise …
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… Self-Care for AIDS Caregivers On this page: Overview … share your feelings with others, including other caregivers, counsellors, clergy, or health professionals. … important not to ignore your own needs. If you don't take care of yourself, you will not have the inner resources to …