Have you ever touched a pot that was too hot or been splashed with scalding hot water? Even if all you got was a blister, that’s still a burn injury. Burns may be caused by heat, electricity, radiation, or chemicals, and they can vary from mild to life-threatening depending on the burn degree. Do not
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What To Expect After Amputation
There are approximately 1.8 million people living with amputations in the U.S. An amputation may be necessary for a number of different reasons and learning to adapt to an amputation, particularly if a prothesis is required, can be a lengthy and emotional process that involves time, patience, and perseverance. An amputation is surgery to remove
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Sometimes patients who need hospital care, require an additional level of care that exceeds standard inpatient care. This is known as intensive care. An intensive care unit (ICU) is for patients who are critically ill or injured and require highly specialized care. Examples of such conditions include head injuries, organ failure, respiratory distress, sepsis, and
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