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Injection technique — intramuscular, subcutaneous and intradermal

…An alcohol or chlorhexidine swab. Let the skin dry completely before inserting the needle — alcohol carried in with the needle stings. Needles of the correct…

Joint aspiration

…5 mg/mL: clean with 3–4 swabs in wide circles and let it dry for a couple of minutes before the needle is inserted…

Leg ulcers — wound debridement and compression therapy

…Edge Irregular, shallow Sharp, punched out Surrounded by callus Wound bed Fibrin covered, granulating, copious exudate Dry, necrotic, pale Variable, often deep Pain Moderate, relieved…

ACE Inhibitor Cough and Angioedema: Practical Management

…5% to 30% of patients taking these agents. The cough is characteristically nonproductive and dry. Patients may describe a persistent tickle or sensitivity in the…

Arterial line

…technique) 1. Palpate the course of the artery with two fingertips and note the direction. Disinfect and allow to air dry. 2. Anaesthetise the skin…

Central venous catheter

…and sterile gel. Chlorhexidine in alcohol 5 mg/mL for skin disinfection. Allow it to air dry completely before puncture. Maximal barrier precautions: cap, mask…

Oxygen therapy

…Flows above 6 L/min dry the mucosa without delivering more oxygen Simple face mask 5–10 L/min 35–60 % Never below 5 L…

Transcutaneous and transvenous pacing

…in units with airway expertise. Procedure 1. Dry the skin and shave where necessary. Do not clip the hair — small cuts cause burning pain. 2…

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