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Burn Care: Positioning for Lower Extremity Swelling

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WB85-1749
Language
English
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Rehabilitation Services, QE II

This pamphlet outlines the steps involved for positioning the lower body when experiencing swelling after a burn injury. Instructions and diagrams are included. These include 'positioning in bed', 'positioning when sitting', and 'positioning when standing'.

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