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A.E.D's "Automatic, External, Defibrillators" & What to do. As technology in the medical industry increases we begin to see more and more devices, apps, services and tools used to help save lives during emergencies. The AED has been an invaluable tool in today's emergency scene's as it has the unique ability to "Reset" a heart with an abnormal rhythm. There are also a few Hollywood myths about AED's that we should clear up so that using them becomes a little less scary, just ...Continue reading

CPR "Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation "Infant / Baby" How to Perform CPR "Part 3 of 3" "CPR on an Infant is Perfectly Safe! You will NOT hurt your infant, Not doing CPR may lead to the death of the Infant"...Continue reading

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CPR "Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation" Adult & Child How to Perform CPR "Part 2 of 3" In our last post we focused on the basic information you would need to know about CPR and how its performed. For this Post we will focus giving you the "Step by Step CPR Guide". This guideline is for the "General Public" for the Health Care Provider we will have a post later on dedicated to the new standards set by ILCOR, The Heart & Stroke Foundation, and the Basic Life Support CPR-C for HCP's... Health Care Providers guidelines. In any Emergency remember to: 1) Protect yourself "Make sure its safe before helping" 2) Call 911 "Get your Paramedic Partners going" 3) Don't Waste Time "Each second without oxygen can cause brain damage, don't waste it wondering what to do, just help" If the person is "Not breathing" and has gone unconscious for any reason "START CPR, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation" CPR "Adult & Child" 1) Start CPR by: - Place the hell of one hand on the middle of the person's chest, place the other hand on top "Palm above Palm in the Center of the Chest" - Push Hard / Push Fast "DO 30 Compression's in a row" Allowing the chest to recoil or raise up to the top after each compression. 2) Give two Breaths by: - If you have a pocket mask "Use it now" or: - Open the airway by using the "Head-tilt / Chin lift technique - Pinch the person's nostrils closed. - Take a normal breath - Cover the person's mouth with your mouth - Give two breaths, taking about 1 second per breath with just enough volume to make the chest rise up. 3) If your breaths go in: - Repeat the cycle of 30 chest compression's and 2 breaths - If your breaths do NOT go in: Repeat the cycle of 30 chest compression's and 2 breaths. 4) Continue CPR until: - The scene is no longer safe to be in - More advanced care arrives. - An A.E.D arrives and has told you to stop. - You have become physically unable to continue. - The victim starts to breath normally on their own. We never know what can happen, its always good to be prepared and have the knowledge we need to help those who need it. This material is for information purposes only and is taken from The Canadian Red Cross / Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation & Alberta Health Services. This information should not be used in place of medical, Technical advice, instructor, and/or treatment. If you have questions, speak to your local Physician or Safety Training Facility. Just Remember: Protect Yourself!!! Call 911!!! Don't Waste Time!!! Learn First Aid Today & Save a Life Tomorrow with Saving Grace Medical Academy Ltd.

CPR "Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation" Adult & Child What to know about CPR "Part 1 of 3" Over the past 4 years our school has provided training in the basics of CPR or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation techniques, we have learned that once you get the hang of it, its a skill that can stick with you for a lifetime giving you the ability to save a loved one when tragedy strikes. Many people are also unaware of the fact that some day, somewhere, "Someone is going to do CPR ON YOU"!! O...Continue reading

How to Roll A Person Over "H.A.IN.E.S Technique" There are many different ways to help a victim during an emergency, but what can we do if we find someone unconscious and laying face down? If the victim is "Unconscious without Spine Injuries but laying face down" rolling the victim over using the "H.A.IN.E.S technique" is designed to help keep the victims airway open as well as keeping the Head, Neck & Spine in a relatively strait line so that we can avoid possible "Head, Nec...Continue reading

SIDS Sudden Infant Death Syndrome What is SIDS Sudden Infant Death Syndrome? - SIDS Sudden Infant Death Syndrome is defined as a sudden unexplained death before 1 year of age. The death usually occurs in a previously healthy infant, and the cause of death remains unexplained despite a thorough investigation , including a complete autopsy, death scene investigation, and review of the clinical history....Continue reading

LEAD Poisoning What is Lead Poisoning? Although many countries have initiated programs to lower the level of Lead in the environment, human exposure to lead remains of concerns to health care providers and public health officials worldwide. Several methods are used to detect elevated blood lead levels. The presence of changes in blood cells visible under a microscope or deletion of dense lines in the bones of children can be seen on X-Ray’s are some of the signs of Lead poi...Continue reading

Natural Gas Exposure What is Natural Gas? Natural gas is a fossil fuel that is found beneath the earth’s surface. It has no odor to begin with, gas companies add Mercaptan a warning smell rotten eggs so that it can be easily detected if there is a leak. Natural gas mainly consists of methane, which is a highly flammable gas....Continue reading

Cysts What is a Cyst? This article is designed to help you understand more about yourself, others, and the medical world around you. Many view the word Cyst as being unclean, or infectious, or disease bearing. The truth about Cycts is actually quite far from those. What are Cysts?...Continue reading

Hydrocephalus What is Hydrocephalus? Hydrocephalus is a condition in which there has been an excess build up of CSF Cerebrospinal Fluid a clear fluid surrounding the brain. The excessive accumulation of CSF results in an abnormal dilation of the spaces in the brain called Ventricles, this dilation causes harmful pressure to build up on the brain and connective tissues....Continue reading

COPD Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease What is COPD Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease? - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease COPD is a common, lung disease that is characterized by persistent airway and/or alveolar abnormalities leading to a limitation of airflow caused by a significant exposure to noxious particles or gases. The Chronic airflow limitation is caused by a mixture of respiratory diseases e.g: Obstructive Bronchiolitis, emphysema...Continue reading

Health Care Provider Level CPR "AKA" Basic Life Support Provider BLS or BCLS Over the years of helping students get the training they need for the employment they require, we have had countless questions on whether or not someone needs the Health Care Provider level CPR also known as Basic Life Support Provider or the general public version of CPR. We understand the confusion as many societies offer their own version of the HCP Health Care Provider CPR course. The final decis...Continue reading

Hydrocephalus What is Hydrocephalus? Hydrocephalus is a condition in which there has been an excess build up of CSF Cerebrospinal Fluid a clear fluid surrounding the brain. The excessive accumulation of CSF results in an abnormal dilation of the spaces in the brain called Ventricles, this dilation causes harmful pressure to build up on the brain and connective tissues....Continue reading

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What is Impetigo? Impetigo is a bacterial skin infection often found on the face, bottom and hands caused by streptococcus and Staphylococcus aureus AKA: staph bacteria. It is commonly known as school sores because a majority of cases are in school-aged children. However, it can also affect infants, adults and adolescents. Uncomplicated Impetigo does not cause permanent damage to the skin, but is HIGHLY contagious....Continue reading

Recently, one of our officers responded to a call and came into contact with a 9-year-old who was very upset. The officer noticed the child wearing a Pokémon t-...shirt, so the officer began talking to the child about Pokemon. After about 30 minutes of talking about Pokémon, the officer learning the child’s favorite is Dragonite, and the officer sharing his favorite is Charmander, the child was calm enough to talk about the situation that occurred. As the officer was leaving, the child ran to a bedroom and came back with a Charmander card (the officer’s favorite) and told the officer that Charmander would keep him safe at work. The officer promised to keep the card with him in his vest. #Pokémon #Copsandkids #Thankyou See more

Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease : What you need to know Hand, foot and mouth disease is a very common viral disease of childhood which is easily passed from per...son to person. It usually causes a mild illness but rarely causes serious illness. It is not related to the foot and mouth disease that affects animals. Good hygiene helps prevent infection. What is hand foot and mouth disease? Hand, foot and mouth disease is generally a mild illness caused by Enteroviruses, including Coxsackieviruses. It is usually not a serious illness and is not related to the foot and mouth disease that affects animals. It mainly occurs in children under 10 years of age but can also occur in older children and adults. What are the symptoms? Hand, foot and mouth disease starts with blisters that begin as small red dots which later become ulcers. Blisters appear inside the cheeks, gums, and on the sides of the tongue, as well as on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. In infants, blisters can sometimes be seen in the groin area. Blisters usually last for 7-10 days. Children can sometimes have a low fever, sore throat, tiredness, feel off or melancholy and may be hungry for a day or two. Very rarely, Enteroviruses can cause other illnesses that affect the heart, brain, lining of the brain meningitis, lungs, or eyes. How is it spread? Hand, foot and mouth disease is usually spread by person to person contact Direct Contact. The virus is spread from the feces of an infected person to the mouth of the next person by contaminated hands. It is also spread by secretions saliva, spittle, sneeze, cough, nasal secretions from the mouth or respiratory system, and be direct contact with the fluid from the blisters. The virus usually takes between three and five days after contact with an infected person before blisters appear. The virus can remain in feces from 4 to 8 weeks Up to 2 months or longer in some cases. Who is at risk? The viruses that cause Hand, foot & mouth disease are common and normally only affect children up to the age of 10, however some adults may be affected in rare cases. Many adults, including pregnant women, are often exposed to these viruses without symptoms. There is no clear evidence of risk to unborn babies from hand, foot and mouth disease. However infected mothers can pass the infection onto newborn babies who lack the ability to fend of the virus. Daycare / Childcare / After or Pre- school settings - Outbreaks may occur in childcare settings more than 3 confirmed cases. You do not need to report Hand, foot and mouth disease to AHS or the CDC, however the Daycare / school / childcare facility MUST report the illness or disease to the Parents of the children attending the facility or those who may be affected and give information on: what to look for, how to treat the illness and how to prevent the spread Hand, foot and mouth disease. How is it prevented? Hand washing & Good hygiene is the best protection. Wash hands with soap and water after going to the toilet, before eating, after wiping noses, and after changing nappies / diapers or soiled clothing. Avoid sharing cups, eating utensils, items of personal hygiene for example: towels, scrub brushes, face towels, loofah, toothbrushes, and clothing especially shoes, socks & underwear. Hand sanitizer and surface surface sanitizer Thoroughly wash any soiled clothing and any surfaces that may have been contaminated CLEANING - Hand, foot & Mouth is easily destroyed with Soap & Water, using solution of bleach & water, as well as alcohol based cleaning solutions. Teach children about cough & sneeze etiquette Cover your mouth when you cough / Sneeze into your sleeve Coughing / Sneezing into an elbow is better than coughing into your hands. Dispose of used tissues in the bin straight away, then wash your hands afterwards with soap and water. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor can diagnose hand, foot and mouth disease based on the symptoms, laboratory tests are not usually necessary as this disease should resolve itself within 5-10 days. How is it treated? Usually NO treatment is needed other than wound care. Pharmaceuticals Children’s Grade to help lower fever and discomfort is available and does help with discomfort. Do NOT give children aspirin Allow blisters to dry out naturally. The blisters should not be deliberately burst because the fluid within them is infectious. Wash the affected area with soap and water, let dry with no ointment overnight. Topical antibiotic ointment like Polysporin may be used during the day ease tightness of the wounds, and help remove hard crusts that may appear, however the wounds must dry out overnight. No Band-Aids or covers should be used Make sure young children are drinking enough as painful mouth sores can make some children reluctant to swallow liquids. What are the signs of a SERIOUS infection? Sings that an infant or older child might have a more serious form of hand, foot and mouth disease include any of the following: Persistent Fever 38C or above for 72 hours or more Abnormal movements / jerking movements Rapid breathing Excessive tiredness, drowsiness Excessive irritability Difficulty walking If any of these signs are present then the child should be seen by a doctor urgently even if they have been checked earlier in the illness. How long should children stay away from Childcare & School settings? Children with hand, foot and mouth disease should be excluded from school or childcare facilities until Their blisters have dried-up, and any rash if present has gone and any fever has settled. Often Hand, foot & mouth will run its course within 5-10 days, but may last up to 2 weeks with possibly contamination in the stool up to 2 months. A child will only need to stay away from public places as long as the symptoms present themselves, if the child maintains good hygiene and hand washing and keeps their hands to themselves they may be in public places, hand washing is the key What is the public health response? As mentioned earlier, Hand, foot and mouth disease is not a modifiable disease under the Public Health Act. HOWEVER, to help prevent spread, Parents / Guardians / Teachers / Day-Care workers should report the illness to the director of the childcare center or the school principal so that affected students / parents are notified on the illness. Further information In Alberta Canada you can contact the Health Link by phoning 811 at anytime to speak to a Dedicated Health Care Professional. They will help answer your questions and go through the illness signs and symptoms with you.. This information was taken From Center of Disease Control CDC (Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease) Information slip. We never know what can happen, its always good to be prepared and have the knowledge we need to help those who need it. This material is for information purposes only and is taken from The Canadian Red Cross / Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation & Alberta Health Services. This information should not be used in place of medical, Technical advice, instructor, and/or treatment. If you have questions, speak to your local Physician or Safety Training Facility. Just Remember: Protect Yourself!!! Call 911!!! Don't Waste Time!!! Learn First Aid Today & Save a Life Tomorrow with Saving Grace Medical Academy Ltd.

Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease : What you need to know Hand, foot and mouth disease is a very common viral disease of childhood which is easily passed from per...son to person. It usually causes a mild illness but rarely causes serious illness. It is not related to the foot and mouth disease that affects animals. Good hygiene helps prevent infection. What is hand foot and mouth disease? Hand, foot and mouth disease is generally a mild illness caused by Enteroviruses, including Coxsackieviruses. It is usually not a serious illness and is not related to the foot and mouth disease that affects animals. It mainly occurs in children under 10 years of age but can also occur in older children and adults. What are the symptoms? Hand, foot and mouth disease starts with blisters that begin as small red dots which later become ulcers. Blisters appear inside the cheeks, gums, and on the sides of the tongue, as well as on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. In infants, blisters can sometimes be seen in the groin area. Blisters usually last for 7-10 days. Children can sometimes have a low fever, sore throat, tiredness, feel off or melancholy and may be hungry for a day or two. Very rarely, Enteroviruses can cause other illnesses that affect the heart, brain, lining of the brain meningitis, lungs, or eyes. How is it spread? Hand, foot and mouth disease is usually spread by person to person contact Direct Contact. The virus is spread from the feces of an infected person to the mouth of the next person by contaminated hands. It is also spread by secretions saliva, spittle, sneeze, cough, nasal secretions from the mouth or respiratory system, and be direct contact with the fluid from the blisters. The virus usually takes between three and five days after contact with an infected person before blisters appear. The virus can remain in feces from 4 to 8 weeks Up to 2 months or longer in some cases. Who is at risk? The viruses that cause Hand, foot & mouth disease are common and normally only affect children up to the age of 10, however some adults may be affected in rare cases. Many adults, including pregnant women, are often exposed to these viruses without symptoms. There is no clear evidence of risk to unborn babies from hand, foot and mouth disease. However infected mothers can pass the infection onto newborn babies who lack the ability to fend of the virus. Daycare / Childcare / After or Pre- school settings - Outbreaks may occur in childcare settings more than 3 confirmed cases. You do not need to report Hand, foot and mouth disease to AHS or the CDC, however the Daycare / school / childcare facility MUST report the illness or disease to the Parents of the children attending the facility or those who may be affected and give information on: what to look for, how to treat the illness and how to prevent the spread Hand, foot and mouth disease. How is it prevented? Hand washing & Good hygiene is the best protection. Wash hands with soap and water after going to the toilet, before eating, after wiping noses, and after changing nappies / diapers or soiled clothing. Avoid sharing cups, eating utensils, items of personal hygiene for example: towels, scrub brushes, face towels, loofah, toothbrushes, and clothing especially shoes, socks & underwear. Hand sanitizer and surface surface sanitizer Thoroughly wash any soiled clothing and any surfaces that may have been contaminated CLEANING - Hand, foot & Mouth is easily destroyed with Soap & Water, using solution of bleach & water, as well as alcohol based cleaning solutions. Teach children about cough & sneeze etiquette Cover your mouth when you cough / Sneeze into your sleeve Coughing / Sneezing into an elbow is better than coughing into your hands. Dispose of used tissues in the bin straight away, then wash your hands afterwards with soap and water. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor can diagnose hand, foot and mouth disease based on the symptoms, laboratory tests are not usually necessary as this disease should resolve itself within 5-10 days. How is it treated? Usually NO treatment is needed other than wound care. Pharmaceuticals Children’s Grade to help lower fever and discomfort is available and does help with discomfort. Do NOT give children aspirin Allow blisters to dry out naturally. The blisters should not be deliberately burst because the fluid within them is infectious. Wash the affected area with soap and water, let dry with no ointment overnight. Topical antibiotic ointment like Polysporin may be used during the day ease tightness of the wounds, and help remove hard crusts that may appear, however the wounds must dry out overnight. No Band-Aids or covers should be used Make sure young children are drinking enough as painful mouth sores can make some children reluctant to swallow liquids. What are the signs of a SERIOUS infection? Sings that an infant or older child might have a more serious form of hand, foot and mouth disease include any of the following: Persistent Fever 38C or above for 72 hours or more Abnormal movements / jerking movements Rapid breathing Excessive tiredness, drowsiness Excessive irritability Difficulty walking If any of these signs are present then the child should be seen by a doctor urgently even if they have been checked earlier in the illness. How long should children stay away from Childcare & School settings? Children with hand, foot and mouth disease should be excluded from school or childcare facilities until Their blisters have dried-up, and any rash if present has gone and any fever has settled. Often Hand, foot & mouth will run its course within 5-10 days, but may last up to 2 weeks with possibly contamination in the stool up to 2 months. A child will only need to stay away from public places as long as the symptoms present themselves, if the child maintains good hygiene and hand washing and keeps their hands to themselves they may be in public places, hand washing is the key What is the public health response? As mentioned earlier, Hand, foot and mouth disease is not a modifiable disease under the Public Health Act. HOWEVER, to help prevent spread, Parents / Guardians / Teachers / Day-Care workers should report the illness to the director of the childcare center or the school principal so that affected students / parents are notified on the illness. Further information In Alberta Canada you can contact the Health Link by phoning 811 at anytime to speak to a Dedicated Health Care Professional. They will help answer your questions and go through the illness signs and symptoms with you.. This information was taken From Center of Disease Control CDC (Hand, Foot & Mouth Disease) Information slip. We never know what can happen, its always good to be prepared and have the knowledge we need to help those who need it. This material is for information purposes only and is taken from The Canadian Red Cross / Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation & Alberta Health Services. This information should not be used in place of medical, Technical advice, instructor, and/or treatment. If you have questions, speak to your local Physician or Safety Training Facility. Just Remember: Protect Yourself!!! Call 911!!! Don't Waste Time!!! Learn First Aid Today & Save a Life Tomorrow with Saving Grace Medical Academy Ltd.

GOUT What is Gout? Gout is a painful condition similar to arthritis involving the joints as the body is subjected to an imbalance of Uric Acid build up. The joi...nts are the most commonly affected part of the body, especially the big toes and knee’s. When the big toes are involved it is known as Podagra. Uric Acid can also be deposited in the kidneys and urinary tract causing Kidney Stones, if left untreated this can also lead to Kidney Damage. Progressive gout can cause bone deterioration and deformity of the extremities. When someone has many attacks over years, Tophaceous gout can develop. Tophaceous Gout means that a large amounts of Uric Acid crystals have accumulated into masses called Tophi aka Toe-fi. Tophi are visible and/or can be felt in the soft tissues over joints Looking like large Cysts or Blisters on the joints, this is especially common on fingers, hands, elbows, feet, and Achilles tendons. They can even have a white or yellow substance inside which could be drained when inflamed by medical professionals. What causes Gout? Gout is caused by a defect or damage to your renal system or commonly known as your Urinary System Two Kidneys, Two Ureters, a Urethra and a Bladder, this damage causes an abundance of uric acid to be formed. When we eat foods high in purines, the body breaks down the purines by creating uric acid, an over abundance of uric acid then can cause a painful condition involving the joints similar to arthritis as the body then accumulates uric acid unable to excrete it fast enough through normal bladder channels. About a third of those who produce high levels of Uric Acid will develop Gout, however it is not known why some people develop symptoms and others do not. Once the Uric Acid is in the blood stream it can form sharp, needle like crystals that are deposited in the joints, tendons, and surrounding tissues. Risk Factors also include: Etiology the cause, set of causes, or manner of causation Obesity High Blood Pressure Pathobiology The branch of biology that deals with pathology Injury or recent surgery Fasting or Overeating Irregular eating habits Consuming excessive amounts of Alcohol on a regular basis. Diets high in meat, shellfish, and beverages sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup Taking medications that increase blood levels of uric acid Diuretics Pathology the science of the causes and effects of diseases Renal Defect Defects to your Kidneys, Uriters, Bladder or Urethra Diagnosis Gout can be diagnosed by confirming and identification of monosodium urate crystals in synovial fluid of the affected joint or tissue. The Fluid is drawn from the affected joint to look for the uric acid crystals and often clinicians will treat the gout when there are both classic symptoms and high levels of uric acid in the blood. X-rays of the affected joint may also show calcium-containing crystal deposits in the cartilage and further options may be discussed with your physician on treatment. Symptoms of GOUT Symptoms of Acute Gout are sudden, severe joint pain with redness, swelling, and tenderness of the joint. The joint may feel quite warm to the touch and even throb. Pain in your big toes Pain in your knees, ankles, wrists and or elbows Intense pain that strikes in the middle of the night Knees and lower extremeties are often the first to strike Pain that occurs in flares: rapidly worsens, then starts to ease up in the joints. Strange lumps and bumps around your joints Kidney Stones Distortion of joints along fingers and toes Tophi Gout Complications Rapidly progressing Osteoarthritis can occur due to wearing down joint cartilage, bone cysts or spurs, and even fractures may occur with prolonged gout flairs. Pseudo gout - Like Gout, pseudo gout is a form of arthritis that cuases dudden joint pain and swelling. The Pseudo part means that it looks like something else. The term Pseudo Gout is used because this is very similar to gout, while gout is caused by uric acid crystals pseudo gout is caused by calcium pyrophosphate dehydrate crystals CPPD. Though the two have similar symptoms, treatment is somewhat different. Pseudo gout causes sudden attacks of joint pain, swelling, and warmth of the flesh in the affected area and even fever. The attacks can last for days to weeks. The knee is the most commonly affected but it can also affect the ankles, feet, shoulders, elbows, wrists or hands any joint. CPPD crystals can also be deposited in the joint cartilage and never cause symptoms. Treatments of Gout There is no treatment that can completely remove or prevent the formation of calcium pyrophosphate dehydrate crystals CPPD The pain causing calcium crystals in the joints caused by Pseudo-Gout . Treatments for Gout and Pseud-Gout are generally aimed at reducing pain, swelling and the cause. - Medications - Acute Gout - May be treated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs NSAIDS, cortico-steroids - Colchicine - Often used by people who cannot tolerate NSAIDS. Colchicine can have significant side effects based on the dose used. These side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain. -Steroids Prednisone - Used in people who cannot take NSAIDS’s or Colchicine. Prednisone is associated with an increased risk of a recurrent gout attack. -Other Medications like Politicise Krystexxa, Probenecid, Xanthine oxidase inhibitors or Haloperidol Zyloprim or febuxostat uloric may be prescribed by your physician. Please consult your doctor for more information. - Serum urate-lowering therapy Talk to your physician about this option Prophylactic Therapy - Medicine or course of action used to prevent disease Prophylactic Therapy is used to prevent or reduce the number of acute Gout attacks. It is used when someone has repeated gout attacks, or has already had joint damage or developed tophi. Long-Term treatment is aimed at lowering the level of uric acid in the blood so that crystals do not form. Colchicine is often used at low doses for a period of time while drugs that lower uric acid levels are started. Allopurinol is one of the most commonly used long term drugs. Allopurinol prevents the formation of uric acid, however it can have side effects including rash, low white blood cell counts, diarrhea and fever. For more information please consult your local physician for options that will suite you body’s needs. Lifestyle Obesity is a strong risk factor for developing gout or having an acute gout attack. This risk is especially high in those with known cardiovascular disease CVD. Dietary changes can reduce the frequency of attacks Reduce - Avoiding Red Meat, including wild game - Avoiding particular seafood especially shellfish and large salt water fish - Decrease intake of Saturated Fats - Reduce Alcohol Consumption - Alcohol especially Beer interferes with the body’s natural ability to eliminate uric acid from the body. - Avoiding foods and beverages containing high-fructose corn syrup - Joint immobilization - Patients may be advised to avoid weight bearing walking or running if the legs or feet are involved and to limit activity for a period of time to minimize pain and swelling. A splint may be used temporarily to limit movement. Increase - Increased dietary protein from low-fat dairy products - Increase intake of whole grains, brown rice, oats or beans - Coffee Moderate use may decrease blood uric acid levels - Vitamin C 500mg daily has a mild effect on lowering uric acid levels - Cherries, blueberries, purple grapes, and raspberries have also been found to be beneficial at lowering uric acid levels and promoting a healthy renal system. - Weight loss significantly reduces the risk of Gout Support for Gout For more information please consult your local physician or visit your local online medical group dedicated to Gout. Click Here for more information If your symptoms get worse at any time or you notice new symptoms from the list above, call your doctor or Health Link 811 in Alberta. You can also call the Health Link Alberta 24/7 if you have questions about C.Diff or any of the information in this handout. This material is for information purposes only. It should not be used in place of medical advice, instruction, and/or treatment. If you have questions, speak to your doctor or appropriate healthcare provider. In any emergency just remember to Protect Yourself!!! Call 911!!! Don't Waste Time!!! Learn First Aid Today, Save a Life Tomorrow, let first aid training in Edmonton be your Saving Grace

C-Diff Clostridium Difficile What is Clostridium difficile infection? Clostridium difficile pronounced Klo-Strid-ee-um dif-uh-seel, also known as C,dif...f See-dif, is a germ that can cause diarrhea. Most cases of C.Diff infection occur in people taking antibiotics. The most common symptoms of C.Diff infection includes: Watery Diarrhea Fever Loss of appetite Nausea Belly Pain and Tenderness Who is most likely to get C.Diff infection? The elderly, very young and people with certain medical problems have the greatest chance of getting C.Diff. C.Diff spores can live outside the human body for a very long time and may be found on things in the environment such as bed linens, bed rails, bathroom fixtures, and medical equipment. C.Diff infection can spread from person to person on contaminated equipment and on the hands of doctors, nurses, other healthcare providers and visitors. Can C.Diff be fatal? Yes, at the moment the CDC has calculated approximately a %6.0 mortality rate. Fatality due to C.Diff has been attributed to organ failure due to dehydration or complications with other current underlying medical conditions such as immune compromised or age. Can C.Diff infection be treated? Yes, there are antibiotics that can be used to treat C.Diff. In some severe cases, a person might have to have surgery to remove the infected part of the intestines. This surgery is needed in only 1 or 2 out of every 100 persons with C.Diff. What are some of the things that Hospitals are doing ot prevent C.Diff infections? To prevent C.Diff infections, Health Care Providers and General Public can: Clean their hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub before and after caring for someone with C.Diff. This can prevent C.Diff and other germs from being passed from pone person to another on their hands. Carefully clean rooms and equipment that have been used for someone with C.Diff Use Contact Precautions to prevent C.Diff from spreading to other people Contact Precautions Mean Whenever possible, people with C.Diff with have a single room or share a room only with someone else who also has C.Diff Wear gloves and wear a PPE gown over clothing while taking care of someone with C.Diff Visitors may also wear PPE gowns and gloves to prevent spore spread. When leaving the room, visitors must remove their PPE gown and gloves and wash their hands In Hospital, Patience with C.Diff are asked to stay in their hospital rooms as much as possible. They should not go to common areas, such as gift shops, cafeterias, living rooms, common rooms. Hospitals are advised to only give antibiotics when it is necessary Make sure all Health Care Professionals and those providing care clean their hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub before and after caring for you Tips Only take antibiotics as prescribed by your doctor follow the directions Be sure you clean your own hands often, especially after using the bathroom and before eating Keep your bathroom clean and close the toilet lid before flushing to reduce the spread of spores given off by fecal matter. Can my friends and family get C.Diff when they visit me? Yes - C.Diff infection usually does not occur in people who are not taking antibiotics, however those with compromised immune systems, previous underlying medical conditions or infants are susceptible. Visitors are not likely to get C.Diff but can transport it to someone who may be susceptible. To make it safer for visitors, they should: Clean their hands before they enter your room and as they leave your room. Avoid using the ill persons bathroom and avoid contact with surfaces which may hold fecal matter. Avoid contact with infants or those who could be ill already If I have C.Diff what do I need to do when I go home from the Hospital? Once you are back at home, you can return to your normal routine. Often, the diarrhea will be better or completely gone before you go home. This makes giving C.Diff to other people much less likely. However there are a few things you should do to lower the chances of developing C.Diff infection in yourself again or spreading it to others as C.Diff can survive up to 5 months outside of the host. If you are given a prescription to treat C.Diff, take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor and pharmacist. Do not take half-doses or stop before you run out. You may feel better but the bacteria is still in your body. Was your hands often, especially after going to the bathroom and before preparing food. People who live with you should wash their hands often as well as sleep in separate rooms avoid sharing toiletry’s If you develop more diarrhea after you get home, tell your doctor immediately! If your symptoms get worse at any time or you notice new symptoms from the list above, call your doctor or Health Link 811 in Alberta. You can also call the Health Link Alberta 24/7 if you have questions about C.Diff or any of the information in this handout. This information was taken From Center of Disease Control CDC (Clostridium Difficile) Information slip. We never know what can happen, its always good to be prepared and have the knowledge we need to help those who need it. This material is for information purposes only and is taken from The Canadian Red Cross / Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation & Alberta Health Services. This information should not be used in place of medical, Technical advice, instructor, and/or treatment. If you have questions, speak to your local Physician or Safety Training Facility. Just Remember: Protect Yourself!!! Call 911!!! Don't Waste Time!!! Learn First Aid Today & Save a Life Tomorrow with Saving Grace Medical Academy Ltd.

C-Diff Clostridium Difficile What is Clostridium difficile infection? Clostridium difficile pronounced Klo-Strid-ee-um dif-uh-seel, also known as C,dif...f See-dif, is a germ that can cause diarrhea. Most cases of C.Diff infection occur in people taking antibiotics. The most common symptoms of C.Diff infection includes: Watery Diarrhea Fever Loss of appetite Nausea Belly Pain and Tenderness Who is most likely to get C.Diff infection? The elderly, very young and people with certain medical problems have the greatest chance of getting C.Diff. C.Diff spores can live outside the human body for a very long time and may be found on things in the environment such as bed linens, bed rails, bathroom fixtures, and medical equipment. C.Diff infection can spread from person to person on contaminated equipment and on the hands of doctors, nurses, other healthcare providers and visitors. Can C.Diff be fatal? Yes, at the moment the CDC has calculated approximately a %6.0 mortality rate. Fatality due to C.Diff has been attributed to organ failure due to dehydration or complications with other current underlying medical conditions such as immune compromised or age. Can C.Diff infection be treated? Yes, there are antibiotics that can be used to treat C.Diff. In some severe cases, a person might have to have surgery to remove the infected part of the intestines. This surgery is needed in only 1 or 2 out of every 100 persons with C.Diff. What are some of the things that Hospitals are doing ot prevent C.Diff infections? To prevent C.Diff infections, Health Care Providers and General Public can: Clean their hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub before and after caring for someone with C.Diff. This can prevent C.Diff and other germs from being passed from pone person to another on their hands. Carefully clean rooms and equipment that have been used for someone with C.Diff Use Contact Precautions to prevent C.Diff from spreading to other people Contact Precautions Mean Whenever possible, people with C.Diff with have a single room or share a room only with someone else who also has C.Diff Wear gloves and wear a PPE gown over clothing while taking care of someone with C.Diff Visitors may also wear PPE gowns and gloves to prevent spore spread. When leaving the room, visitors must remove their PPE gown and gloves and wash their hands In Hospital, Patience with C.Diff are asked to stay in their hospital rooms as much as possible. They should not go to common areas, such as gift shops, cafeterias, living rooms, common rooms. Hospitals are advised to only give antibiotics when it is necessary Make sure all Health Care Professionals and those providing care clean their hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub before and after caring for you Tips Only take antibiotics as prescribed by your doctor follow the directions Be sure you clean your own hands often, especially after using the bathroom and before eating Keep your bathroom clean and close the toilet lid before flushing to reduce the spread of spores given off by fecal matter. Can my friends and family get C.Diff when they visit me? Yes - C.Diff infection usually does not occur in people who are not taking antibiotics, however those with compromised immune systems, previous underlying medical conditions or infants are susceptible. Visitors are not likely to get C.Diff but can transport it to someone who may be susceptible. To make it safer for visitors, they should: Clean their hands before they enter your room and as they leave your room. Avoid using the ill persons bathroom and avoid contact with surfaces which may hold fecal matter. Avoid contact with infants or those who could be ill already If I have C.Diff what do I need to do when I go home from the Hospital? Once you are back at home, you can return to your normal routine. Often, the diarrhea will be better or completely gone before you go home. This makes giving C.Diff to other people much less likely. However there are a few things you should do to lower the chances of developing C.Diff infection in yourself again or spreading it to others as C.Diff can survive up to 5 months outside of the host. If you are given a prescription to treat C.Diff, take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor and pharmacist. Do not take half-doses or stop before you run out. You may feel better but the bacteria is still in your body. Was your hands often, especially after going to the bathroom and before preparing food. People who live with you should wash their hands often as well as sleep in separate rooms avoid sharing toiletry’s If you develop more diarrhea after you get home, tell your doctor immediately! If your symptoms get worse at any time or you notice new symptoms from the list above, call your doctor or Health Link 811 in Alberta. You can also call the Health Link Alberta 24/7 if you have questions about C.Diff or any of the information in this handout. This information was taken From Center of Disease Control CDC (Clostridium Difficile) Information slip. We never know what can happen, its always good to be prepared and have the knowledge we need to help those who need it. This material is for information purposes only and is taken from The Canadian Red Cross / Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation & Alberta Health Services. This information should not be used in place of medical, Technical advice, instructor, and/or treatment. 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