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A computed tomography (CT) scan is a type of imaging test. It uses X-rays and a computer to make images or slices of the body. A CT scan can make detailed pictures of any part of the body, including the bones, muscles, fat, organs, and blood vessels. They are more detailed than regular X-rays.

This video will teach viewers what causes chest pain, how to accurately describe and recognize the different types of chest pain, and how to relieve symptoms or seek out emergency medical care.

This video will teach viewers how to recognize the symptoms of a threatened miscarriage in the first 20 weeks of pregnancy, as well as what they should do when symptoms appear and what they can expect from their doctors.

This video will teach viewers what causes kidney stones and their symptoms. They will also learn how kidney stones are diagnosed and treated.

This video will teach viewers how the common cold is transmitted and how to treat its symptoms with over-the-counter medications and home-care strategies.

Watch this to understand what the differences are between a cold and an allergy.

Know when to call your doctor if you experience symptoms of the flu.

This video will teach patients strategies for treating diarrhea and vomiting at home, as well as recognizing when they should seek out medical help.

Learn ways to help decrease lower back pain and restore motion and strength.

Rhabdomyolysis is a condition in which a large amount of muscle is damaged. It is a medical emergency and needs treatment in the hospital.

A foreign object can get into the cornea. A trapped speck of dirt or grit is often a minor problem. But anything metal, or an object that goes through (pierces) your cornea, can cause severe damage.

Even severe heat stress can appear suddenly, so learn the warning signs and how to treat them.

When your child has a fever, it can be frightening. Some fevers can trigger a seizures in a child. They are usually brief and rarely cause problems.

A blunt injury to your abdomen can be very serious. It's important to get medical care right away, even if you feel OK. Here's what you need to know.

Carbon monoxide is a deadly gas you can't see or smell. Breathing in even small amounts can make you sick. Large amounts can be fatal. Know the signs and symptoms.

A contusion is a bruise. A bruise happens when a blow to your body doesn't break the skin but does break blood vessels beneath the skin. Blood leaking from the broken vessels causes redness and swelling.

Prompt treatment for even mild dehydration is crucial. At greatest risk for dehydration are infants, children, and older adults. Know when to seek medical help.

Anaplasmosis is an illness caused by bacteria that's spread by ticks. The bacteria are called Anaplasma phagocytophilum. The illness causes fever, muscle aches, and other symptoms.

A rash is a common skin condition that occurs when the skin is irritated. A rash can be red, itchy, swollen, dry, or painful.

Here is how to pick crutches that correctly fit you.

Here is how to pick a walker so that it fits you correctly.

This video shows the steps of giving yourself a shot.

Here is how to safely go through doors using a walker.

Here are the steps for going through a door with crutches.

Here is how to go up and down curbs using a walker.

Here are the steps for sitting with a walker when you can't put weight on your leg or foot.

Here is how to safely sit down with a walker.

Here is how to safely sit down using crutches.

Here are the steps for sitting with crutches, when you are able to bear weight on your foot.

Here are the steps to standing with a walker, when you are not able to put weight on your leg or foot.

Here is how to safely stand up using a walker.

Here is how to stand using crutches.

Here are the steps for standing with crutches, when you are able to put weight on your foot.

Here is how to use a cane.

Here is how to safely use a cane on stairs.

Here are the steps for using a walker when you can't put weight on your leg or foot.

Here is how to use a walker.

Here is how to safely use crutches on stairs.

Here are the steps for using crutches with "step through" for weight-bearing walking.

Here are the steps for correctly using crutches with "step to" for weight-bearing walking.

Here is how to use crutches with swing through.

Here is how to use crutches with swing to.

This video will teach viewers how to recognize a possible concussion, including symptoms of a concussion, as well as gain an understanding of how to recover from a concussion and when it's safe to resume activities.

This video will teach viewers how the influenza virus is transmitted, how to recognize its symptoms, and how to treat it at home. They will also know when to seek medical attention in severe cases.

This video will teach viewers how bronchitis is transmitted and how to recognize its symptoms. They will also learn how it's diagnosed and treated, including at-home strategies for symptom relief.

This video will teach viewers what causes pneumonia and how to recognize its symptoms. They will also learn strategies for treating pneumonia, including safe antibiotic use, and when they should seek medical help.

This video will teach viewers the symptoms and causes of cellulitis, as well as how it is treated in the doctor's office and what they can do at home to relieve symptoms.

Watch this video to learn what causes gallstones, the symptoms, complications, and treatment strategies.

This video will teach viewers the major causes of neck and back pain, as well as at-home strategies to relieve neck and back pain, including the use of over-the-counter medications.

This video will teach viewers how RICE is used to treat joint injuries, as well as give them tips on how to correctly apply the techniques at home.

This video will teach viewers how to take care of their cast until it completely hardens and after it hardens, and when to call their provider.

This video will teach viewers how to stand, sit, walk, and go up and down stairs safely while using crutches.

The crutches or walker you use must be the right size so that you can move about safely. This video shows you how to correctly fit either crutches or a walker.

This video shows you how to use your crutches to go up and down stairs, how to move through a doorway, and how to get in and out of a motor vehicle.

This video shows you how to use a walker when you need to keep all weight off one leg, and how to use it when your doctor says it's OK to put your foot down between steps.

Walking with crutches takes some practice, but it's not difficult. This video shows you how to use different gaits with your crutches, depending on whether you can put weight on the injured leg or foot.

Do you know what to do if you encounter an emergency? Follow these clear instructions and be prepared.

Rescue breathing is needed if a person collapses and stops breathing. In CPR, rescue breathing may also follow chest compressions if a person's heart is not beating. Know the steps.

Shock occurs when the body's supply of oxygen decreases. First aid can slow the progression of this life-threatening condition until emergency medical care is available.

It's important to know how to help someone who is choking. This sheet can help.

Call 911 if you can't stop the bleeding or the victim shows signs of shock.

Follow these illustrated step-by-step instructions to learn how to bandage a wound.

A break in the skin is an open door, inviting dirt and germs to enter your body and cause infection. Learn how to prevent infection with correct first-aid care.

Helpful information on treating poisonous bites and swallowed poisons.

Intense cold can freeze the water in the body's cells (frostbite). In addition, exposure to cold may cause the body's overall temperature to drop (hypothermia). The result can be death.

Be prepared. Know what to do for heat exposure.

A heart attack is an emergency, but the condition that causes it usually takes years to develop. Over time, fatty substances collect on the walls of the heart's arteries. As these arteries become narrower, it's more likely that one will become fully clogged, causing a heart attack.

A break in the skin is an open door, inviting dirt and germs to enter your body and cause infection. Follow these instructions to care for a puncture in the skin.

Some chemicals cause burns. Others may be absorbed through skin or lungs, causing hidden damage.

Cuts, scrapes, and burns are hard to avoid. Most minor injuries can be treated at home. A small wound may threaten your health if it causes severe blood loss or becomes infected. Call your doctor if a wound doesn't heal within a couple of weeks.

Most bites and scratches from household pets are nothing to worry about. But some bites or scratches can be serious. Others may become infected or pose the risk of rabies. So it's best to talk with your healthcare provider or get medical care.

Most insect bites are harmless and cause only minor swelling or itching. But if you're allergic to insects such as wasps or bees, a sting can cause a life-threatening allergic reaction. The venom (poison) from scorpions and certain spiders can also be deadly, although this is rare. Knowing when to seek emergency care could save your life.

You're most likely to come in contact with biting or stinging marine life when you're swimming or wading. Learn how to get care if that occurs.

Human bites can be more serious than animal bites because they often become infected. Many severe human bites occur during fights when a fist strikes someone's teeth. These bites may damage tissue deep in the hand. Children may bite each other during play or fights.

Snakebites are often harmless, but a few can be deadly. Even nonpoisonous bites may sometimes cause an infection or allergic reaction. That's why getting treatment right away is vital. Read on to learn more.

Learn all about tick bites, including removing a tick, common symptoms of tick-borne diseases, and when to get medical help after a bite.

If your cooling system fails, your body temperature can rise to very high levels. This is called heatstroke and it can be deadly.

One of the greatest risks of fire other than burns is smoke inhalation. Find out what to do if you are caught in a building with smoke.

You or a loved one may have had an accident or serious illness. If so, you are likely to be worried and afraid. Knowing more about the emergency room (ER) can help you feel less anxious.

Dehydration happens very quickly in infants and small children, who don't have as much fluid to spare. It can quickly become very serious. Rehydration is the crucial process of returning those fluids back to the body to restore normal functioning.

Be prepared. Learn what to do if your baby has an object in the airway.

A blocked airway can be very serious, even deadly. Choking can block the flow of air and cut off oxygen to the brain. This can cause permanent brain damage or death.

It will take some time for your gunshot wound to heal. Follow these instructions and any others your healthcare provider gives you to help you recover at home.

Here are images that show the steps for doing the Heimlich maneuver on a baby.

Here are images that show the steps for doing the Heimlich maneuver on a child.

Refresh your skills in CPR. Here are the steps to know, including how to use an automated external defibrillator.

To use your walker, you need to learn new ways to get around in your home and other places you need to go. Always use an elevator if one is available. If you have to use stairs, try to have someone below to guard you.

Here are images showing how to use a walker on stairs.

Here are images showing how to pick crutches that correctly fit you.

Bronchitis is an infection of the air passages in the lungs. It often occurs along with a cold. A severe bronchitis infection is treated with an antibiotic.

Bronchitis is inflammation and swelling of the lining of the lungs. It is often caused by a viral infection. This is not treated with antibiotics.

A fever is a normal reaction of your body to an illness. The temperature itself often isn't harmful. It actually helps your body fight infections. You don't need to treat a fever unless you feel very uncomfortable.

Pneumonia is an infection deep in the lungs. Learn how to care for yourself at home with this condition.