Discharge Instructions for Hypomagnesemia (Child)
Hypomagnesemia is when there is too little magnesium in the blood. It can be a serious and even deadly condition. This sheet has tips for home care.
Hypomagnesemia is when there is too little magnesium in the blood. It can be a serious and even deadly condition. This sheet has tips for home care.
Hypomagnesemia means you don't have enough magnesium in your blood. If you have this condition, you will need to make some dietary changes.
You had a procedure called a needle biopsy on a lung. In this procedure, a hollow needle is used to take 1 or more samples of your lung tissue. The tissue is then looked at under a microscope. There are several different types of needle biopsies.
Instructions for taking care of yourself after carpal tunnel release surgery.
Hyperkalemia means there is too much potassium in the blood. Potassium affects the nerve and muscle cells including those in the heart.
If you have hyperkalemia, you will need to make some dietary changes to reduce your intake of potassium.
You must be very careful to avoid infection when changing the dressing on your PICC line. Follow our step-by-step guide.
Since a central line provides a direct path into your bloodstream, there is a high risk of infection when you change the dressing. Follow these step-by-step instructions to do this safely.
You have been diagnosed with pressure injuries of the foot related to diabetes. Diabetes is a disease that makes it very hard to control your blood sugar. One dangerous complication of diabetes is a higher risk of developing serious foot problems.
The incision on your child's scalp was closed using stitches, surgical staples, or small white adhesive strips. These items must be cared for so that your child's incision heals correctly. Follow the tips on this sheet when caring for your child's incision at home.