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Pink eye is a term that refers to conjunctivitis, which is inflammation of the thin, clear membrane (conjunctiva) over the white part of the eye (sclera). It may be triggered by a virus, bacteria, or foreign body in the eye. Antibiotic eye drops alleviate bacterial conjunctivitis, and antihistamine allergy pills or eye drops help control allergic conjunctivitis symptoms.
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Patients who have been on total parenteral nutrition for more than a few days may need to have foods gradually reintroduced to give the digestive tract time to start working again.
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The most common childhood diseases include croup, chickenpox, ear infections, flu, pneumonia, ringworm, respiratory syncytial virus, scabies, head lice, and asthma.
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Anesthesia awareness is a potentially disturbing adverse effect wherein patients who have been paralyzed with muscle relaxants may awaken. They may be aware of their surroundings but unable to communicate or move. Neurologic monitoring equipment that helps to more closely check the patient's anesthesia stages is now available to avoid the occurrence of anesthesia awareness.
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Thyroid conditions cause a higher risk of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.
Passive and active transport.
The “Flat Head” (Chinook) Indians acquired their name through shaping in infancy, as shown in a diag
Redrape the back, face the head of the table, and apply passive touch as finishing technique. Gently ...
Turn the baby over and end with passive touch on the head. Gently hold the baby’s head and look ...
The nurse conveys attentive listening through a posture of involvement
Elderly/ grandparents listening to music