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*Other Types of Dermatitis ... A detailed look at other common types of dermatitis, including description, symptoms, and ... treatment. Dermatitis Conditions Other types of dermatitis Atopic dermatitis, contact

?  Poor planning of a winter outing can lead to frostbite and hypothermia. The following are some ... winter. Myths and Tips About Dressing for Winter Do you know enough about the cold to keep warm ... dressing for winter;myths about dressing for winter;tips on dressing for winter

prevent drowning. Water safety in and around the home More than half of all infant drownings (under ... safety When boating, sailing, and canoeing, children of all ages should wear U.S. Coast Guard

*CT Scan of the Pancreas ... , an X-ray beam moves in a circle around your body. This allows many different views of the same part ... care after a CT scan of the pancreas. You may go back to your usual diet and activities unless your ... p07692;CT Scan of the Pancreas

. Gradually make the circle bigger if you can. Change direction after 1 minute of motion. Next ... your right arm and let it hang straight down. Slowly begin to swing your right arm in a small circle ... 90636;rotator cuff tendon tear;rotator cuff;shoulder pain;sports injury;repetitive use injury;fall injury;rehabilitation exercises;Pendulum

number of circles to 50 in each direction every  2  hour s. Incision care Check your incision ... fall off on their own. Home care Use pain medicine as directed by your healthcare provider

12-step programs are the main form of treatment for alcoholism in the U.S. But many people are ... effort and a commitment to change. You should take into account the severity of your drinking problem ... alcoholics anonymous;alcoholism;alcoholics anonymous alternatives;alternative addiction sites;2623

*ALL Newly Diagnosed ... are not sure about. In most cases, ALL tends to grow quickly. Because of this, it’s important to start ... Being told you have acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) can be scary, and you may have many ... ALL;diagnosis of ALL;balld1

Fall Treat: Cranberry Pumpkin Muffins ... . Add the wet ingredients (pumpkin mixture) to the dry ingredients all at once. Stir until just ... moistened. Fold in chopped cranberries. Spoon into paper-lined muffin cups. Bake for 20 to 25 ... fall;cranberry;22531;muffins;pumpkin

drainage at the incision sites Development of an ulcer (sore) at the incision sites Numbness or ... with your recovery. Home care After you go home: You may have some bruising in the area where ... discharge instructions for ligation and stripping of varicose veins;varicose vein surgery recovery;86411;vascular

teach you how. You’ll also learn how to clean and care for the catheter site. Types of TPN lines ... There are 2 main types of TPN lines used to give nutrition through the catheter: Central line ... ;gastrointestinal feeding;intravenous feedings;hyperalimentation;when your child needs total parenteral nutrition;tpn;central line feeding;illustration;port

Pollen and mold allergies can bring a range of uncomfortable symptoms, including a runny nose and ... range of uncomfortable symptoms, including a runny nose and itchy throat. But these allergens aren’t

transplanted stem cells. It sends radiation in equal doses to all of your body. You need radiation ... of all phases of ALL treatment. ALL has spread to your CNS (brain and spine) or to another organ ... acute lymphocytic leukemia;ALL;radiation therapy for ALL;ballt8

*Caring for Your PICC Dc ... A PICC line has a high infection risk. So you must take extra care washing your hands and ... preventing the spread of germs. Here's what you need to know. Discharge Instructions: Caring for Your ... ;peripherally inserted central catheter care;picc line care;overview of care for your peripherally ... 86542;taking medicine through a feeding tube;picc;picc line;peripherally inserted central catheter

*Flushing Your PICC Line ... Your PICC line is an important part of your healthcare. To care for your PICC line, you will ... tip near where the superior vena cava enters your heart. To care for your PICC line, you will need ... 90216;peripherally inserted central catheter;PICC;flushing solution;PICC line care;PICC line home care;port;sharps container;sharps;sharps disposal

of consciousness Check any lines, tubes, or drains Check the wound Check IV (intravenous ... Detailed information on recovering from surgery and intensive care Recovering from Surgery ... surgery recovery;intensive care

important to find the site of the bleeding. You may need to have 1 or more tests, such as: Blood ... A subdural hematoma is a buildup of blood on the surface of the brain. Read on for details ... subdural hematoma;586;buildup of blood on surface of brain

treatment. All About Arthritis Arthritis means inflammation of the joints. It includes more than 100 ... surrounds each joint. Lining the capsule is a membrane-a soft, thin layer of tissue. Osteoarthritis

scan, an X-ray beam moves in a circle around your body. This allows many different views of the same ... CT scan is an imaging test that uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed images of the

added care to prevent falls in order to recover and heal safely. Once you are at home, it is ... sure your living area includes access to a telephone within reach at all times. Tripping or falling ... bathtub;fall prevention;falling;handrails;home;house;lifting;light;pets;riser;rug;safe;showering;stairs;toilet;treads;trip;urinal;WN01815_eng