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Hepatitis B
The hepatitis B virus is one of the several viruses that can cause hepatitis. Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver. Hepatitis B is caused by a virus found in blood, semen, vaginal secretions and saliva. It is mainly spread through unprotected sexual activity or exposure to blood.
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Burn Prevention: Activities
Burns are a common injury to children. Most burns in children are caused by scalding or touching a hot liquid. Other types can be from touching chemicals, something electric or getting burned by fire. Most burns can be prevented by removing the hazards from your home and by learning what to do if there is a fire.
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Suctioning the Nose with a Bulb Syringe
It is normal for a baby’s nose to get congested from time to time. When this happens, you can use nasal saline to thin their mucus and then suction it out with a bulb syringe.
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Computed Tomography (CT) Scan
A CT (Computed Tomography) Scan is a type of x-ray that takes pictures of your child's body. Here is what to expect if your child is schedule to have a CT scan.
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Body System: Cardiovascular
The heart is a very strong muscle that pumps oxygen-rich blood through the arteries to all parts of the body. Blood comes back to the heart through the veins. It is pumped to the lungs where it picks up oxygen.
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Eye Care: Glasses
Your child may need to wear glasses for specific reasons, learn how to make sure they are worn properly.
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Kidney Injury
Your child’s belly has been injured. This has led to a kidney injury. An injury may be a cut, bruise, or tear.
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High Fiber Diet
To have a well-balanced diet, it is very important for your child to eat 3 meals and 1 to 3 snacks each day. Pick foods rich in fiber to fill up your plate.
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Upper Endoscopy With General Anesthesia
This Helping Hand™ is about how a doctor or health care provider uses an upper endoscopy to look for signs of redness, swelling, bleeding, ulcers, or infections.