DHS Search Results
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Aromatic Concentrates
… immediately or shortly after exposure to levels over 100 ppm in air of aromatic concentrates: Breathing problems and irritation of the throat and lungs A feeling of light-headedness followed … -
Managing Behavioral Health During a Pandemic
… or “on guard” at all times. • Recurring thoughts about traumatic incidents. • Elevated breathing, heartbeat, and blood pressure. • Changes in your typical sleep or eating patterns. … on the face or right side of neck; intense exercise- try jumping jacks or speed walking; paced breathing; progressive muscle relaxation. Ø Find personal space in isolation. Paradoxically, … -
Enteroviruses and Enterovirus D68
… illness and require hospitalization with supportive therapy. In more severe cases, difficulty breathing, problems with catching breath or wheezing may occur. Who is at risk for EV-D68? … contact your child’s health care provider. • If at any time your child is having difficulty breathing, has blue lips, or is gasping for air, take him or her to the closest emergency room. … -
Immunizations: Diphtheria
… can infect the skin or the respiratory tract system, which is parts of the body involved in breathing. Symptoms of diphtheria depend on which part of the body is infected. Respiratory … -
Toluene
… to high levels of toluene when they breathe vapors from paints, paint thinners, or glues. Breathing gasoline or car exhaust will also result in some exposure to toluene. People who live … billion by volume (ppbv). The action level is considered to be protective of public health. Breathing toluene for a lifetime at 1,400 ppbv is very unlikely to be harmful to people. If … -
Seoul Hantavirus Frequently Asked Questions
… syndrome (HPS). Most HPS infections lead to fever and body aches, progressing to severe breathing difficulties that frequently require hospitalization. Death occurs in approximately 38% … The patient may be given fluids to prevent dehydration and additional oxygen to help with breathing. Dialysis may be required in severe cases of kidney failure. Ribavirin, an antiviral … -
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs)
… we breathe high concentrations of PAHs, it is usually in the form of smoke. The harmfulness of breathing smoke comes from the combined effect of many reactive chemicals in smoke. We can also … -
Trichomoniasis Treatment Information Sheet
… male and have pain or swelling in the testicles or fever. • You have had a bad reaction, rash, breathing problems, or allergic reaction after taking metronidazole (Flagyl), or other … REACTIONS: Allergic reactions are rare. If you have ever had a bad allergic reaction, rash, breathing problems or other allergic reactions with metronidazole (Flagyl) or other antibiotics, … before taking this medicine. Possible serious allergic reactions include: • Difficulty breathing/tightness in the chest • Closing of your throat • Swelling of your lips or tongue • … -
Sample Patient Assessment Script: Sinus
… increase use of my rescue inhaler c. Yes, and even with increased use of my rescue inhaler my breathing is more difficult d. Yes, but I do not currently have a rescue inhaler e. No 20. Have … -
Electroconvulsive Therapy
… etomidate; ketamine; propofol Muscle relaxant/paralytic Succinylcholine or rocuronium Breathing supported by oxygen/ventilation mask Close monitoring: EKG Blood Pressure Breathing/pulse oximetry (Reproduced with permission from: Somatics, LLC) Thymatron™ System IV - … motor and EEG duration Seizure aborted if >3 minutes Monitor/manage blood pressure, pulse, breathing Patient wakes from anesthesia Recovery/return home 20-30 min. 30-90 min. TYPICAL ECT …