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… objects that your toddler could swallow or choke on, or cords your toddler could get caught in. Are there any large, … such as toys, clothing and household items with strings, cords or ribbons longer than 15 cm (6 in.) out of your …
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… Dietitians must keep up with the latest research, practice guidelines, skills, and therapies in their field. … telehealth, government, education, research, private practices, and pharmaceutical and food industries. Services … advise people of all ages on healthy eating and nutrition practices to support their overall health and wellness. A …
Medications
… death. Hydromorphone may also cause severe, possibly fatal, breathing problems. To lower your risk, your doctor should … chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD) a certain spinal problem (kyphoscoliosis) breathing problems (such as … to drugs/alcohol) brain disorders (such as seizures, head injury, tumor, increased intracranial pressure) underactive …
Medical tests
… They include blood, urine, stool (feces), organ tissue, spinal fluid, and saliva. The type of sample used for the … stool, urine, or nasal washings may be taken. A sample of spinal fluid can be taken through a lumbar puncture (spinal tap). A biopsy sample may be taken using a needle or …
Medications
… pain relievers can cause very serious (possibly fatal) breathing problems. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you … infection, paralytic ileus) brain disorders (such as brain injury, tumor, increased intracranial pressure, seizures) … disorders (such as depression, psychosis) a certain spinal problem (kyphoscoliosis) gallbladder disease personal …
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… Since the last appointment, has my child had any recent injury or been diagnosed with any new disease or condition? … to expect? Reminders Bring your child's immunization record to the appointment. If you do not have a record, ask your doctor for one. Bring a list of all medicines …
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… help with growth and reduce the risk of lung infections. Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA): SMA affects the nerves that …
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… be high with some infections such as pneumonia. Difficulty breathing . You may notice: Shortness of breath. Grunting, … make them worse. Recent health events , such as surgery or injury. These kinds of events can cause symptoms afterwards … older, these are the ranges for high, moderate, and mild, according to how you took the temperature. Oral (by mouth) …
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… of vertigo. Citations Fife TD, et al. (2008). Practice parameter: Therapies for benign paroxysmal … Thompson MD - Internal Medicine Fife TD, et al. (2008). Practice parameter: Therapies for benign paroxysmal … of vertigo. Citations Fife TD, et al. (2008). Practice parameter: Therapies for benign paroxysmal …
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… the people who are trying to help. But you can do it with practice. Listen to what others are saying about healthy … support and feedback from other people. Focus on your breathing to calm yourself when you start to feel anxious. … support and feedback from other people. Focus on your breathing to calm yourself when you start to feel anxious. …