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… paper towels. Put the used paper towels in a plastic trash bag. Small amounts of easily … the toilet. Put the soiled linens in a large plastic bag. The bag should prevent moisture … paper towels. Put the used paper towels in a plastic trash bag. Small amounts of easily …
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Overview Germs and infection can spread easily in the home. This may happen when items around the house become soiled or when you come into contact with body fluids, such as blood or urine. A …
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… Use gloves whenever you might touch body fluids, such as saliva, blood, urine, or … Gloves can help prevent infection from body fluids. But if there are times when you choose … possible. After coming into contact with body fluids, wash your hands as soon as you can. …
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… bed or in a wheelchair. The skin can develop rashes and sores, especially pressure injuries … than the rest of the skin. Also look for rashes, especially in the groin area. This is … As people age, their skin becomes thinner. Rashes can develop in folds of skin on the …
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… a dry shampoo when you can't use water. When washing a person's hair, let them do as much … to the back. Gently lift the head with one hand to reach the back of the head and neck. … to the back. Gently lift the head with one hand to reach the back of the head and neck. …
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… Child Is Near the End of Life Coronary Artery Disease: Helping a Loved One Dementia: Support … Child Is Near the End of Life Coronary Artery Disease: Helping a Loved One Dementia: Support …
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85 Wash your hands often to keep yourself and others healthy. Hand washing is the most important thing you can do to help stop the spread of germs that cause illnesses such as colds, the flu, …
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… as soon as they happen. How to treat rashes Treatment at home often helps rashes go away. … as soon as they happen. How to treat rashes Treatment at home often helps rashes go away. …
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Overview Adult protective underwear may be helpful for a person who has incontinence. A person who has incontinence has trouble controlling urine or stool. This underwear helps absorb urine and catch …
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… after a surgery or if someone has had some health problems that make it difficult to get to the toilet. Encourage the person you're caring for to use the … Credits Current as of: March 27, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen …
