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Preventing falls in older people overview
Older people reporting a fall or considered at risk of falling should be observed for balance and gait deficits and considered for their ability to benefit from interventions to improve strength and balance. (Tests of balance and gait commonly used in the UK are detailed in section 3.3 of the full guideline on falls in older people.)
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Dementia assessment and diagnosis - pathways.nice.org.uk
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Observations of patients with head injury in hospital
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pathways.nice.org.ukA method of prophylaxis that includes an air pump and inflatable garments in a system designed to improve venous circulation in the lower limbs of people at risk of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism. The inflation-deflation cycle of intermittent pneumatic
Care in third stage of labour
pathways.nice.org.ukactive management. If the woman requests that the cord is clamped and cut later than 5 minutes, support her in her choice. After cutting the cord, use controlled cord traction. Perform controlled cord traction as part of active management only after administration of oxytocin and signs of separation of the placenta.
Acute alcohol withdrawal - pathways.nice.org.uk
pathways.nice.org.uk9. Medically assisted alcohol withdrawal – drug regimens . 6 . Alcohol withdrawal seizures . In people with alcohol withdrawal seizures, consider offering a quick-acting benzodiazepine (such as lorazepam) to reduce the likelihood of further seizures. In April 2017, this was an off label use of lorazepam. See prescribing medicines at NICE website.
Antidepressant treatment in adults
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