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IV: Implanted Port
The implanted port is a device that is placed under the skin. It lessens the need to start an IV for every treatment.
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) in Infants
In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, also known as GERD, in infants. This document provides tips on feeding your child, medications, positioning and safe sleep to help you manage your infant's reflux. Call your child's doctor if they fail to gain weight.
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Cleft Palate - Starting Foods and Cups
You can introduce foods to children with an unrepaired cleft palate at around 6 months of age, just as in children without a cleft. Learn about how to introduce food and drinks to your child.
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Appendectomy: Complex Appendicitis
Learn more about a complex appendectomy, which is the surgical removal of the appendix.
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Prescription Medicines
To take care of your child’s health, you need to know how to fill prescriptions. Most prescriptions for medicines may be filled at a local pharmacy.
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Growth Plate Injuries
The physis, or growth plate, is an area of growing bone near the ends of long bones. Bones grow longer from the tissue produced by the physis and then harden.
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Sports Medicine: Kyphosis and Lordosis
Kyphosis and lordosis refer to the natural curves of the spine in the mid-back and low back. Sometimes these curves can be larger than normal which can lead to pain.
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Newborn Screen Blood Test
The Newborn Screen Blood Test checks to see if your baby has certain disorders.
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Medicine Safety - General
Many children need medicine to treat their illnesses or conditions. They may take some of these medicines for a short time, or for many years. Here are some tips for the safe use of medicines. How to Give Wash and dry your hands before and after using the medicine.
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Temperature: Digital and Glass Thermometers
Learn how to use all three kinds of thermometers for your child.