After oral surgeryThis handout offers guidelines to help your child recover from oral surgery. By following these instructions, you can reduce the chance of your child having problems after the procedure.
CADD Prizm® pump alarmsIf you are using the CADD Prizm® pump, follow the chart in this handout to help you understand why the pump alarm is beeping.
Chemotherapy by mouth at homeOral chemotherapy (chemo) is any cancer-fighting drug that the patient will take by mouth. It can be in the form of a tablet, capsule, or liquid.
ConstipationYour child could become constipated (unable to have a bowel movement) if he does not drink enough fluids, does not eat enough fiber, or does not get enough exercise. Certain kinds of chemotherapy and other medicines also can cause constipation. To help correct constipation, try these ideas.
DiarrheaSome chemotherapy and other medicines can cause diarrhea. Radiation therapy focused on the stomach or intestines also can cause diarrhea. These ideas may help if your child has diarrhea.
FatigueYour child’s disease and treatments might make him feel more tired than usual. This feeling is called “fatigue.” Here we offer possible causes for fatigue, signs of fatigue you may see in your child, and steps you can take to help.
Gastrostomy tube (G tube) and buttonGastrostomy tubes and buttons are used to feed patients when they are having trouble eating or drinking by mouth. A gastrostomy tube is a feeding tube placed by a surgeon directly into your child's stomach. It is often called a "G tube."
Giving IV medicines at homeMost patients at St. Jude receive some medicines by IV (by vein). You may be asked to give some of these medicines at home.
How to give intramuscular injectionsMedicines that you give into a muscle are called intramuscular (IM) injections. These injections (shots) are given into areas of the body called injection sites. The nurse will show you the steps for giving the shots and give you time to practice before you give an IM injection to your child.
How to give subcutaneous injectionsMedicines you give just below the skin are called subcutaneous (subQ) injections (shots). These injections are given into special fatty areas of the body called injection sites. The nurse will show you the steps for giving the shots and give you time to practice before you give a subQ injection to your child.
IV pump safety for patientsDuring your child's treatment at St. Jude, she may spend many hours hooked to an IV (intravenous) pump. It is important for you to know what the pump is, how it is used, and some guidelines for its safe use.
Nasogastric tube (NG tube)A nasogastric tube can be used to feed your child when he is unable to eat or drink by mouth. This handout shows you how to use it.
Nausea and vomitingYour child may have nausea (an upset stomach) or may vomit (throw up) if treatment affects his stomach lining. Here are some ideas to help decrease nausea and vomiting.
Subcutaneous tissue infusion setSome medicine may be given through a Subcutaneous Tissue Infusion Set. This set has a small needle that is inserted just under the skin's surface. The set can generally stay in place for up to 7 days without being removed. This handout shows you how to use and care for the set.
Throwing away sharp objects safelyParents and other caregivers often use sharp objects, such as needles and syringes, to care for sick children at home. If these sharp objects are not thrown away safely, they can cause injury, illness, and pollution.
Using the Eclipse® medicine deviceThe Eclipse® medicine device is an easy, safe, and portable way for you to infuse (give) intravenous (IV) medicines at home or away from the hospital. You use the Eclipse® device only one (1) time, and then throw it away.
Withdrawing medicine from a vialSometimes it may be necessary for you to give medicine to your child while you are away from the hospital. The medicine may be inside a syringe when you get it from a staff member, or you may have to withdraw the medicine from a small vial.
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