Good Infection Control Techniques For Your Clients
One of the primary goals of wound care is to protect the wound base from outside contaminants such as bacteria. Within the hospital, stringent infection control measures are practised, but what about when patients are discharged? Are they well aware of the importance of cleaning and disinfecting?
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Fall Prevention for People With Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
Falls are a significant risk in the elderly, with 30% of falls resulting in moderate to severe injuries.1 The risk of falls may be attributed to a combination of factors including existing medical conditions, medications, vision impairment and general cognitive or functional decline. Medical conditions that contribute to falls risk include arthritis, low blood pressure…
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Tips and Aids for Living with Arthritis
Arthritis is a common condition affecting nearly 4 million Australians, with 1 in 5 having some form of musculoskeletal condition. A large number of the population believe that Arthritis is a condition associated with ageing. However, this is not the case with over 2.4 million working-age people with some medical musculoskeletal condition.
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Objective Analysis of Star Cushions
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