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… bone). This means you don’t need to come back to the hospital to see the orthopaedic doctors or have another X-ray … work for most people in your situation who have had a similar injury. It will help your recovery if you follow … recovery. Wear loose clothing. Support your arm either in a sling or on pillows for comfort. Take regular pain killers …
… Do you have a small appetite? Appetite and health Having a good appetite is important to make sure your body gets all … Loss of muscle and reduced strength Nutrient deficiencies Hospital treatment may be less effective More hospital …
… we have been working on noticing, reflecting and having a more positive outlook. I feel through discussion this has … what I am going through. I was able to talk openly in a comfortable surrounding environment without judgement. Thank you so much - the sessions made a huge impact on life! It was great to feel more able to help …
… tolerance testing What is an exercise tolerance test? A recording of your electrocardiogram (ECG) that is taken whilst you are walking on a treadmill. The test is designed to detect any changes in … clothing and footwear for the test. Please do not wear a full-length slip or dress. You are also advised not to eat …
… What is an ambulatory blood pressure monitor? This is a simple recording of your blood pressure that requires you to wear a cuff on your arm and a small box on a belt around your waist. You will wear this …
… for an operation. Anaemia, with the associated risk of a blood transfusion during/after an operation, is associated … The IV iron will be given as an slow injection through a cannula (plastic tube) inserted into your hand/arm; the … Irritation or mild infection at site of injection There is a 1 in 10 chance of leaking of iron into the skin at the site …
… and returning to normal activities. You will be given a choice of special nourishing supplement drinks called ‘fortijuce’ and ‘fortisip’, in a variety of flavours. These are nutritional supplements … them at the time discussed. As you are likely to be in hospital for 4-5 days, it is important that you remember to …
… Recurrent Miscarriage Key points A miscarriage is the early loss of a pregnancy. Recurrent … in one of their chromosomes (the structures within our cells that contain our DNA and therefore determine the genetic features we …
… may help to slow any decline in your kidney function. If a doctor has asked you to limit how much you drink, eating … juice and vinegar to flavour food (ask the dietitian for our herbs and spices leaflet). Taste food before you season … Contact Nutrition & Dietetics Kendon House Kendon Way Southmead Hospital Bristol Telephone: 0117 414 5428 or 0117 …
… Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) Test What is a Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) test? This is a quick and easy way to measure inflammation (irritation) in … test may be done in the diagnosis of asthma, to evaluate a chronic cough, or to see how well treatment is working in a …