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… to immediately check on you after a disaster. What supplies should I have for an emergency? Planning ahead and thinking …
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… Doctor Examinations and Tests Treatment Overview Self-Care Medicines Surgery What … key signs of an ectopic pregnancy are: Belly, pelvic, or shoulder pain. It most often starts 6 to 8 weeks after a … pain medicine, such as acetaminophen. Don't take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like …
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… paint is a dangerous source of lead but precautions can be taken to reduce exposure. Removing, repairing or disturbing … environmental health officer for more information. Should lead-based paint be removed? Sometimes leaving … and women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant should avoid exposure to lead. If there is a chance your …
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… treated? Most cases are treated at home with rest and pain medicines. If you are very sick or more likely to get very … doctor or check with your local health unit to see if you should get a vaccine. These are usually only given to people … have symptoms and the rash has healed completely. This can take a month or more. If you're caring for someone who has …
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… getting enough blood. If the lungs are working as they should, the results of the two scans will match. If the scan … is not good for the baby. How It Is Done You will need to take off any jewellery that might interfere with the scan. … getting enough blood. If the lungs are working as they should, the results of the two scans will match. If the scan …
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… the supplies from the catheter kit. Use another syringe to take out the water from the catheter balloon. Hold the … catheter was placed. When the catheter is in place, urine should begin to flow through it. This may take a few … syringe, which you filled with fluid from the kit. When should you call for help? Call your doctor or nurse advice …
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… detox. But people who drink large amounts of alcohol should not try to detox at home unless they work closely … you. You may start with a high dose of medicine and then take smaller amounts over several days. There are also medicines that can help you avoid alcohol while you recover. …
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… has a written plan or a weapon or is saving (stockpiling) medicines. The person is hearing or seeing things that are … treatment. Don't tell the person that he or she is lazy or should be able to get over it. Keep your relationship as … one still cares for you but just isn't able to show it. Take care of yourself Spending a lot of time with someone …
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… thin stem). Can swell and turn red. These growths may be mistaken for warts , moles , skin tags , or melanoma (skin … tool that burns it off (electrocautery or laser treatment). Should you worry about seborrheic keratoses? If you are … tool that burns it off (electrocautery or laser treatment). Should you worry about seborrheic keratoses? If you are …
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… to What is the role of family members in an emergency What should I consider when caring for family members in an …
