Birthday Gift for My Kid

Now that Josh’ birthday is just a few weeks away I’m thinking of how can I make him happy on his special day. I’m planning to invite his classmates and let them enjoy the day on our house eating, chatting and playing with Minecraft theme. For the gift I promised him a new keyboard even though I didn’t enroll him in music class this year. He’s graduating from primary school and he has plenty of school activities. He has recently joined the Publication club and I was relieved he didn’t have Saturday classes. 

Anyway with or without music class he still practice his musical pieces at home continuing what he learned from last year’s keyboard class plus little techniques from his sister Gen. The keyboard I was planning to buy has a stand already, not as beautiful as Yamaha P105 but nice enough to complement his musical instrument. Best thing about the package is the free acoustic guitar that they will give when you purchased the keyboard with stand and songbook. Good promo for the store and nice gift for my big boy.

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An MRI With Fewer Restrictions

If you have ever needed any kind of testing done at a hospital, then you know that an MRI can be somewhat of a hassle. You are in an enclosed space, and there are noises almost the entire time that you are inside. An open MRI is an option for those who don't like being in enclosed spaces. There are a few other advantages to this kind of machine that can make getting test results easier for both you and the doctor.

Anyone can use an open machine as there are typically no limitations. This is a way for patients who are obese to get the scans done that are ordered by a doctor that might otherwise not be conducted. Once the required tests are done, the doctor can determine what is wrong with the patient. This is a benefit for those who might be too large to lay comfortably inside a traditional MRI machine as they will be able to get the proper medical help like other patients receive.

Children are sometimes afraid of machines that they don't know about. The noises coming from inside the machine can also be frightening, especially for young children. However, there are tests that still need to be done. An open machine allows a parent to lay on the table with the child, comforting the child while the scan is completed. The child can also hold a small stuffed animal in most cases so that they aren't as afraid.

There are some patients who might have an IV or another type of device that is used on a daily basis. Instead of leaving those items behind, the open machine offers room so that these items can be right beside the patient. This is also a convenient way to administer medications if the scan requires a dye in order to detect if something is wrong. It's a benefit for older adults who might have a difficult time getting up and down from the table. A nurse or a family member can help before and after the scan so that it's done in a safe manner.

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