by KathyKastner | Jan 26, 2015 | Blog, Information, Medical Decisions
An IV is used to get fluids and medications intraveinously, which means via the veins. More info:...
by KathyKastner | Jan 26, 2015 | Blog, Information, Medical Decisions
A tube is placed into the windpipe (trachea), through the mouth, and you will likely be placed on a breathing machine. More info:...
by KathyKastner | Jan 26, 2015 | Blog, Information, Medical Decisions
Aimed at relieving pain and symptoms of disease but not intended to cure the disease. More info:...
by KathyKastner | Jan 26, 2015 | Blog, Medical Decisions
A feeding tube placed through the skin into the stomach through a small hole in the abdomen. Also called Percutaneus Endoscopic Gastronomy, Tube Feeding. More info: on eating and drinking as life winds...
by KathyKastner | Jan 26, 2015 | Blog, Information, Medical Decisions
The procedure to cut a hole through the front of your neck and into your windpipe (trachea). More info:...
by KathyKastner | Jan 26, 2015 | Blog, Information, Medical Decisions
A machine that helps you breathe. Used during surgery temporarily. However, if are not able to breathe on your own, you may need a ventilator for the rest of your life. Also called: Mechanical Ventilator, Respirator. More info:...
