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you what to do. How to Wash Your Hands Keeping your hands clean is the best way to prevent getting ... Keeping your hands clean is the best way to prevent getting or spreading germs. This video shows

give those medicines, and how to provide physical care Supplying medical equipment as needed ... . Instead, the goal is to give comfort and support to a dying person and their loved ones. Hospice care

Walking with crutches takes some practice, but it’s not difficult. This video shows you how to use ... foot. How to Walk with Crutches Walking with crutches takes some practice, but it's not difficult

Anticipatory grief is similar to the normal process of mourning, but it happens before the ... actual death. Anticipatory Grief What is anticipatory grief? Anticipatory grief is similar to ... anticipatory grief;anticipatory grief phases;mourning profess;terminal diagnosis;death;bereavement;P03043;death and dying

when they're ill, and live longer, healthier lives. How to Be an Active Patient People who are ... your treatment is helping you, speak up. Ask what to expect while you're getting better and how long ... active patient;how to be active patient;informaed active patient;responsible active patient;2695

finding legal resources and answering insurance questions. And they give information about how to ... start hospice, how to choose hospice, and how to get ready for home care. Starting Hospice

A helpful, step-by-step guide to putting in eye drops safely. How to Use Eye Drops Step 1 ... cheek.  Gently close your eye. Don’t blink or wipe your eye. If you tend to close your eye ... 83473;How to use eye drops;eyedrops, use;eye drops, how to;applying eye drops

*Male Condom How to Use Teen ... . For Teens: How to Use a Male Condom A condom is a thin covering that fits over the penis ... use them. To prevent pregnancy, condoms work best if you use them with spermicide, also available ... 83993;for teens, how to use a male condom;male condom, how to use, teens

Medication can give you the extra help you need to control your cholesterol. If medication is ... need to control your cholesterol. How medicine helps Different kinds of medicines help with ... 85184;Medication for cholesterol control;How to control cholesterol with medications

How to Childproof Your Home for Poisons ... you aren't sure how to dispose of a medicine. Never give a child an alcoholic drink—not even in ... expired medicines. Follow the directions that came with the medicines for how to throw them away. If there

best fish choices and how much is safe to eat. Getting exercise Regular exercise is a good way ... to help your body control cholesterol. Regular exercise can help in many ways. Give more oxygen ... 85159;Lifestyle changes to control cholesterol;how to lower cholesterol levels;control cholesterol;lifestyle changes, control cholesterol

Here are the steps showing how to empty your drain after surgery. How to Empty Your Drain After ... fluid pours out. Open the bulb cap. Read how much fluid is currently in the bulb. Squeeze all of the ... Step-by-Step: How to Empty Your Drain After Surgery; A90851; surgery; postop care; JP; JP Drain

*Emergency Help How to Call ... Be prepared. Know who, when, and how to call in an emergency. How to Call for Emergency Help ... . Do you know what to do? Speed is crucial in a medical emergency. Knowing how to respond quickly can ... 85295;How to call for emergency help;how to call 911;911 for help;911 for emergencies

How to Thaw Breastmilk ... refrigerator for several hours or overnight. To thaw more quickly or to heat refrigerated milk ... for your milk to separate during storage. You will see a layer of cream (fat) that has risen to the

Intolerance to Lactose ... health problems. Always see your healthcare provider to be sure. How is lactose intolerance ... give you a physical exam. You may be asked not to have any milk or milk products for a short time

with everyday activities, such as shopping, cooking and bathing. How to Plan for Long-Term Care ... . Planning ahead The key to successful long-term care is planning. To get started: Talk with your

ability to lead an active, productive life. How to Manage Your Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis ... level is best for you. Your healthcare provider may also be able to give you handouts on exercise

to stop smoking. How to Quit Smoking Smoking is a hard habit to break. About half of all ... some of the best ways to stop smoking. Keep in mind how quitting can help your health The health

crime, a terrorist attack—can be devastating. Learning how people respond to different traumas and how ... How to Weather Traumatic Event Experiencing, witnessing, or even hearing about a traumatic event

Watch this program to learn when it's appropriate to resume sexual activity after giving birth and ... more time. For most women, it’s okay to start having sex again about four to six weeks after giving