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around the incision and tube site. Use normal saline solution (salt and water). Put a new ... device. This sheet can help you care for your Hemovac tube. Discharge Instructions: Caring for ... discharge instructions caring for your hemovac drainage tube;postsurgical drain care;wound care;hemovac;86494

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thoroughly before and after all catheter care. Gently remove the old dressing if you have one ... . Now look at the place where the catheter leaves your body (exit site). Note any swelling ... discharge instructions caring for your suprapubic;catheter;suprapubic catheter care;urology;86492

Cataract Treatment: New Lens (IOL) ... in place.  Types of IOLs Your eye care provider will select a new lens to fit your eye and ... . Anterior chamber lens Your eye care provider may place a special lens in front of the iris (anterior ... 85465;cataract treatment: implanting a new lens (IOL);cataract treatment;implanting a new lens, cataract treatment;IOL, cataract treatment

is where material is placed into the defect to promote new bone growth. GTR uses a resorbable or ... to keep your regular dental care visits. Follow all directions from your dental care provider. This

layer of skin (dermis). A child with a third-degree burn needs immediate medical care ... layer of skin (dermis). A child with a third-degree burn needs immediate medical care. What

How you slept last night affects more than your mood or the dark circles under your eyes. If you ... affects more than your mood or the dark circles under your eyes. If you have chronic obstructive

*ALL Ch ... lymphoblastic leukemia. When Your Child Has Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) Your child has ... been diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). It's also called acute lymphocytic leukemia ... 40353;40353;when your child has acute lymphoblastic leukemia;acute lymphoblastic anemia, child;ALL ... , child;ALL risk factors, child;ALL symptoms, child;ALL diagnosis, child;ALL treatment, child;ALL long-term concerns, child;ALL coping, child

*ALL ... Understanding Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) ... Read on to learn more about acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL). This type of leukemia starts in ... in the bone marrow. Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Introduction  What is cancer ... acute lymphocytic leukemia;ALL;types of ALL;balld2a

your child's neck. Undo the trach ties. If the ties need to be replaced, place the new trach ties ... to the correct length, a new trach tube with an obturator, two sterile or disposable cups, clean ... A90943; image only; tracheostomy; tracheostomy care

Many forms of emergency treatment take place outside the emergency room, and even many ... surgeries are performed in locations other than a hospital operating room. Where to Get Medical Care ... urgent-care centers;offsite treatment facilities;offsite health care options;retail store sites ... advantages;retail store sites disadvantages;Ambulatory surgery centers advantages;ambulatory surgery

If seemingly contradictory health news has you confused, it's time to learn how to read ... between the lines. Making Sense of Medical Advice If health news seems to conflict and that has ... medical advice;new health tip;health information web resources;multi-billion-dollar health-fraud industry

state. All 50 states and Puerto Rico have safe surrender laws. What is a safe surrender site? There ... Safe surrender means giving up a baby in a safe way when you're not able to care for them ... 90749;safe surrender;safe surrender law;safe haven;newborn care;newborn safety

Here are the steps for sizing the opening of your stoma. Stoma Care: Sizing the Opening The ... scissors, a new pouch and a closure clip, if one is needed. Size your stoma using the measuring guide ... Step-by-Step: Stoma Care: Sizing the Opening; A90946; stoma

*Tracheostomy Tube Stoma Care ... ). A tube (cannula) was inserted into the opening so you can breathe. You need to take care of ... guidelines below will also help. Discharge Instructions: Caring for Your Tracheostomy Tube and Stoma ... 86579;discharge instructions tracheostomy or stoma care;discharge instructions for tracheostomy or ... stoma care;caring for your tracheostomy or stoma;pulmonology issues;homecare for your tracheostomy

moving downward in one motion. Put on a new bandage or dressing if your health care provider told you ... . Place a container of liquid soap and a trash bag or receptacle nearby if they aren't already there ... Surgical incision; post-operative; home care after surgery; care for incision; dressing for ... incision; incision care; wound care; soiled bandage; changing dressing; changing a bandage; clean bandage

catheter in place, the nurse will teach you how to take care of the catheter at home. Be sure to ask any ... prevent blood clots. Move your feet in a circle or up and down 10 to 30 times an hour to improve blood ... instructions;post-op infections;surgical site care;discharge;discharge instructions;pre-op checklist;pre op checklist ... Postsurgery checklist;Post-Op care;Postsurgical care;incision care;pain management;activity

. Too much news and detail can be upsetting. Also be careful not to self-disclose too much information ... parents or a partner Trouble in school, work, or your social circles, such as bullying or

*Breastfeed Self Care ... new demands on your time. But it’s important to take care of yourself as well as your baby ... . Breastfeeding: Caring for Yourself When you have a new little person in your life, it’s easy to ... 85668;Breastfeeding: caring for yourself;caring for yourself, breastfeeding;self-care, breastfeeding

pressure to be placed on the new kidney. Other activity restrictions may apply. Check your blood ... diseased kidneys are usually left in place. The transplanted kidney is placed in the lower belly on the