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How do I turn a person from his side to his back in bed?
Repositioning in bed helps to relieve pressure on areas that may be prone to skin breakdown.
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What are nitrate medications?
Nitrates also known as nitroglycerin are a type of medications that is used to treat chest pay
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How can I prevent my stress from harming my child?
Stress unfortunately is a normal part of living and it is important that we learn healthy ways
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Can prerenal acute renal failure be prevented?
Prerenal failure is a rapid decline in renal function. There are so many different causes
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Why do I need to use a bedpan or urinal?
A patient who is unable to get up to the bathroom for the purpose of urination or of defecation
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What should I do if I have a family history of breast cancer?
It is recommended that all women over age 40 have an annual mammogram and annual clinical
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What is prerenal acute renal failure?
Pre-renal failure is caused by a problem that happens outside the kidneys such as
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What is respiratory arrest?
Respiratory arrest is condition where the patient stops breathing. If assistance in oxygenation
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As caregiver for an elderly relative, how can I make time for myself?
As a caregiver, the large majority of our time is devoted to the care of another. We must always
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What do doctors mean by complications from diabetes?
Complications of diabetes refer to the damage of your body caused by the disease. The
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Does a critical care nurse change bandages after surgery?
The critical care nurse will perform all the necessary duties in order to proper care for the
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Will the nurse check for bedsores or ulcers if I am in bed for a long time?
As part of your nurses’ duties they will do a complete assessment that includes the skin.
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Are there certain healthy foods I can eat with IBS?
Management of IBS includes making some dietary modifications. It is important to increase your
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What are some of the early warning signs of colon problems?
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Why should I avoid eating junk food?
Junk foods consist of foods with little to no nutriitional value. These foods are typically high in... Full Answer05/22/4054
