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… the tissues to become stiff and the muscles to not work as well. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease … the tissues to become stiff and the muscles to not work as well. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease …
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… healthcare appointments during times when your toddler is well rested and not hungry Demonstrate what a health …
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… minor or serious. They may include symptoms such as pain, swelling, numbness, tingling, weakness, or decreased range of … isn't normal. Pain may be sudden and severe. Bruising and swelling may occur soon after the injury. Acute injuries … arm or hand that has lasted more than an hour? Weakness is being unable to use the arm or hand normally no matter how …
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… floppy like a rag doll. The baby doesn't respond at all to being held, touched, or talked to. The baby is hard to wake … limp and floppy like a rag doll. May not respond at all to being held, touched, or talked to. May be hard to wake up. A … enough of the essential minerals (electrolytes) that are being lost. Diet soda pop lacks calories that your child …
Medications
… to treatment. Blood tests should be done often to check how well this medication is working and to decide the correct … treatment. If you have high blood pressure, it should be well controlled before beginning treatment with this … effect. Rarely, this medication may suddenly stop working well after a period of time because your body may make …
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… can find a place where your child can play, learn, and be well taken care of. How can you find good child care? When … For example, a child who makes friends easily may do well in a group centre. A shy child may do better in a … whether these fit with your family's beliefs and values. Well staffed. Make sure there are enough staff members to …
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… the dose. If your liquid is a suspension, shake the bottle well before each dose. The dosage is based on your medical … until the pain has worsened, the medication may not work as well. If you have ongoing pain (such as due to cancer), your … this medication is used for a long time, it may not work as well. Talk with your doctor if this medication stops working …
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… shortness of breath. How To Use Shake the bottle gently but well before each dose. Carefully measure the dose using a … absorb as much of the medication as possible so it can work well. For children, the dosage is also based on age and … of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat) severe …
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… have: Blood tests, including a blood gas test, to see how well the lungs are working. Lung function tests to see how … lungs. Heart tests, such as an echocardiogram , to see how well the heart is working. How is chronic lung disease … a ventilator can give oxygen to babies who can't breathe well on their own. Medicines. For example, your baby may be …
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… burn a child if they are swallowed. Dried peas and beans swell when they absorb water, causing a more complete airway … a calm, quiet environment Teach children to chew their food well. Sit down and eat with them. Be a positive role model – take small bites, chew food well and eat slowly Teach older children not to give food or …
