- Why do I need this procedure? A Peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line can be used to allow medication, fluids, nutrition or antibiotics to be given intravenously (given directly to a vein). In addition, it can also be used to take blood samples, which reduces the need for multiple needle punctures in the arm. A […]
Understanding DCD: Developmental Coordination Disorder
Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects motor coordination in children and adults. While it is commonly identified in childhood, its impacts can continue into adulthood. DCD is also sometimes referred to as “dyspraxia.” Characteristics of Developmental Coordination Disorder Individuals with DCD often have difficulties with: Causes and Diagnosis The exact cause […]Topic: Children's Occupational Therapy
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Sensory Regulation Advice
Regulation Arousal is the level of alertness in the body. Optimal arousal is when the alertness level is ‘just right’ for the situation (e.g., optimal arousal at night is low enough to sleep, optimal arousal at school is high enough to concentrate and learn). Regulation is the ability to adjust the arousal level to match […]Topic: Children's Occupational Therapy
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
In-Hand Manipulation
Why is this important? Children who have difficulty with in-hand manipulation may need to use both hands for activities that would typically require only one, or they may need to stabilise an object against their body or the table to get the job done. They may appear clumsy when handling objects or be slow to […]Topic: Children's Occupational Therapy
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Backward Chaining
Backward Chaining Technique When teaching a new skill, we often start at the beginning. This can be challenging for children sometimes as they get frustrated. You can give your child a sense of achievement by using the backward chaining technique. Backward chaining is particularly useful when learning self-care skills like dressing. It can also be […]Topic: Children's Occupational Therapy
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Anomaly Scan (20 week scan)
This information leaflet has been produced by Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust Maternity Unit to provide information to pregnant women who are referred for an Anomaly scan. Purpose of the Anomaly scan The anomaly scan is commonly referred to as the ’20 week scan’. It can take place between 18 and 22+6 weeks of pregnancy […]Topic: Maternity
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Growth Scan in Pregnancy
This information leaflet has been produced by Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust Maternity Unit to provide information to pregnant women who are recommended to have one or multiple growth scans in pregnancy. What is the purpose of a growth scan? A growth scan, or 3rd trimester scan, can take place at any time between 24 […]Topic: Maternity
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Dating Scan
This information leaflet has been produced by Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust Maternity Unit to provide information to pregnant women who are referred for a Dating scan. Purpose of the Dating scan The dating scan is commonly referred to as the ‘12 week scan’ but can be carried out approximately between 10-14 weeks of pregnancy. […]Topic: Maternity
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Pochwały, komentarze, obawy i skargi
Wprowadzenie W Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust ciÄżko pracujemy, aby zapewniÄ opiekÄ zdrowotnÄ na jak najwyższym poziomie. Cenimy opinie pacjentów i osób odwiedzajÄ cych, dziÄki czemu możemy stale ulepszaÄ nasze usÅugi. Zdajemy sobie sprawÄ, że mogÄ wystÄ piÄ sytuacje, w których masz powód do komentarza lub skargi. System skarg NHS dziaÅa w celu szybkiego rozwiÄ zania problemów i […]Topic: Patient Experience
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors
Complimente, comentarii, motive de îngrijorare și reclamații
Introducere La Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust lucrÄm din greu pentru a oferi asistenÈÄ medicalÄ de primÄ clasÄ. Apreciem opiniile pacienÈilor Èi vizitatorilor, astfel încât sÄ putem aduce îmbunÄtÄÈiri continue serviciilor noastre. RecunoaÈtem cÄ pot exista ocazii când aveÈi motive pentru comentarii sau reclamaÈii. Sistemul de reclamaÈii NHS funcÈioneazÄ pentru a vÄ rezolva rapid problemele […]Topic: Patient Experience
Type: Patient information leaflets
Audience: Patients and visitors