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… other building that isn't well heated during cold weather. Injuries from cold exposure "Frostnip" usually affects the … cold items such as dry ice without protection. Cold injuries, such as trench foot and chilblains, may cause pale … skin like frostbite after the skin has warmed. These injuries occur from spending too much time in temperatures …
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… space). As the amount of air in this space increases, the pressure against the lung causes the lung to collapse. This … and chest pain. A pneumothorax may become deadly if the pressure in your chest prevents the lungs from getting … into the chest cavity. Both of these treatments relieve the pressure on the lung and allow it to expand again. Sometimes …
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… or other marks and cause pain, broken bones, or internal injuries. Emotional abuse. This means saying or doing things … of physical abuse Children often get injured. But physical injuries may point to abuse when: It's hard to see how they could have been caused by an accident. Suspicious injuries include: Injuries that have a pattern, such as a …
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… fun and relaxing. But just like with any other activities, injuries can happen. This topic gives an overview of … rinse again with fresh water. Stop bleeding with direct pressure to the wound. Apply a non-stick bandage. Cover the … rinse again with fresh water. Stop bleeding with direct pressure to the wound. Apply a non-stick bandage. Cover the …
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… sac that surrounds the heart (pericarditis), and increased pressure on the heart. Kidney dialysis is usually needed to … sac that surrounds the heart (pericarditis), and increased pressure on the heart. Kidney dialysis is usually needed to …
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… bites may cause puncture wounds, cuts, scrapes, or crushing injuries. Most animal and human bites cause minor injuries. … the wound. The bleeding does not stop or slow down with pressure. Blood is quickly soaking through bandage after … any of these may be true: The bleeding slows or stops with pressure but starts again if you remove the pressure. The …
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… (1.25 mL) black pepper High Blood Pressure Leg Problems, Non-Injury Toe, Foot, and Ankle … (1.25 mL) black pepper High Blood Pressure Leg Problems, Non-Injury Toe, Foot, and Ankle …
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… include heart rate, respiration (breathing rate), blood pressure, and temperature. Knowing the ranges for vital … years: 21–33 bpm 4 to 11 years: 17–25 bpm footnote 2 Blood pressure (systolic/diastolic) Systolic blood pressure is the upper number of a blood pressure reading. …
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… fungi grow in the culture, an infection may be present. The pressure of the CSF also is measured during the procedure. … multiple sclerosis or Guillain-Barré syndrome . Measure the pressure of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the space surrounding the spinal cord. If the pressure is high, it may be causing certain symptoms. A …
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… Overview You can help prevent foot injuries and problems. Avoid going barefoot. Wearing shoes … feet every day. Take a look at your feet to see if you have pressure spots, redness, or blisters. Be reasonable in your … feet every day. Take a look at your feet to see if you have pressure spots, redness, or blisters. Be reasonable in your …
