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The dobutamine will be given intravenously by an infusion (drip) over about 10 to 15 minutes, via the cannula inserted into a vein in your arm.
If the ice pack is placed over a small, bony area, such as the ankle, it should stay on the area for 10 to 15 minutes.
Apply as a hot compress to the closed eyelids for about 5 to 10 minutes using gentle pressure.
The pins and plaster are usually on for around 10-12 weeks.
Banding will cause the pile to ‘shrink and die’ then fall off with the band within 10 to 14 days.
Please arrive 10 minutes before your appointment time.
At 2:00pm dissolve the contents of 1 sachet of Picolax in 1 pint (500mls) of water and drink it over 10 to 20 minutes.
There are 10 categories in total, and more information about the awards can be found on the RCP website.
This procedure takes about 10 seconds to carry out and can be uncomfortable. A ward nurse or physiotherapist will carry out this procedure.
Aim for a sedation score of <2 and respiratory rate >10/min. If in doubt seek advice before prescribing.
The test usually takes between 5 and 10 minutes. When the test is finished, the tube is removed quickly and easily.
Occasional (between 1 in 10 and 1 in 100) Urinary retention (see above, 1 in 100).
Gloucestershire Royal Hospital Tel: 0300 422 6742 Monday to Friday, 10:00am to 4:00pm Cheltenham General Hospital Tel: 0300 422 4753 Monday to Friday,
Drop in Tuesday, Wed and Thursday 10-2 Tel: 07786 547439 Email: charlies2014@yahoo.co.uk Website: www.charlies.org.uk Great Oaks (Coleford) Great Oaks
Keep the affected limb raised up to 15 to 25 centimetres (5 to 10 inches) above the level of your heart for as long as possible for the first 24 hours
A sore throat and earache can last about 7 to 10 days after a tonsillectomy, the pain can peak at around 5 to 7 days.
Cheltenham General Hospital Tel: 0300 422 2805 Monday to Friday, 3:00pm to 4:00pm Gloucestershire Royal Hospital Tel: 0300 422 6837 Monday to Friday, 10
If the CDI is severe the diarrhoea may occur more often (between 10 and 15 bouts a day).