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The handbook of surgical intensive care : practices of the surgical residents at Duke University Medical Centre

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Clary, Bryan M. (5th ed.) --Saint Louis, MO: Mosby , 2000.

Call Number: WO 39 H236 2000

Location: Dickson Building

Call Number: WO 39 H236 2000

Author: Clary, Bryan M.

Edition: 5th ed.

Place of Publication: Saint Louis, MO

Publisher: Mosby

Date of Publication: 2000

ISBN: 0323011063

Subjects (MeSH): Postoperative Care

Format: Book

Location: Dickson Building

Copies: 2

Loan Period: 3 weeks

Acute and procedure pain in infants and children

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Editors, G. Allen Finley [and] Patrick J. McGrath. --Seattle, WA: IASP Press , 2001.

Call Number: WL 704 A34 2001

Location: IWK Health Sciences Library

Call Number: WL 704 A34 2001

Author: Finley, G. Allen

Corporate Author: International Association for the Study of Pain

Other Authors: McGrath, Patrick J.

Responsibility: Editors, G. Allen Finley [and] Patrick J. McGrath

Place of Publication: Seattle, WA

Publisher: IASP Press

Date of Publication: 2001

Physical Description: 183 p.

Series Title: Progress in pain research and management ; v.20

ISBN: 931092396

Subjects (MeSH): Pain - therapy; Acute Disease - therapy; Postoperative Care; Child; Infant

Format: Book

Location: IWK Health Sciences Library

Copies: 1

Loan Period: 2 weeks

Perioperative medicine : managing for outcome

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[edited by] Mark F. Newman, Lee A. Fleisher, Mitchell P. Fink. (1st ed.) --Philadelphia, PA: Saunders Elsevier , c2008.

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Recognized authorities in anesthesiology and surgical critical care present you with today's best management approaches for achieving optimal perioperative outcomes. They review the potential risks to all major organ systems by examining the incidence and significance of organ dysfunction ... assessing the etiology of particular organ dysfunctions ... defining the preoperative and intraoperative risk factors ... and offering perioperative protection strategies to minimize potential complication…

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Other Authors: Newman, Mark F.; Fleisher, Lee A.; Fink, M. P.

Responsibility: [edited by] Mark F. Newman, Lee A. Fleisher, Mitchell P. Fink

Edition: 1st ed.

Place of Publication: Philadelphia, PA

Publisher: Saunders Elsevier

Date of Publication: c2008

Physical Description: 1 online resource (723 p.)

ISBN: 9781416024569 [electronic bk.]

Subjects (MeSH): Perioperative Care - methods; Intraoperative Complications - prevention & control; Multiple Organ Failure - prevention & control; Postoperative Complications - prevention & control; Preoperative Care - methods

Subjects (LCSH): Therapeutics, Surgical; Preoperative care; Postoperative care; Surgery - Complications - Prevention; Perioperative Care - methods

Abstract: Recognized authorities in anesthesiology and surgical critical care present you with today's best management approaches for achieving optimal perioperative outcomes. They review the potential risks to all major organ systems by examining the incidence and significance of organ dysfunction ... assessing the etiology of particular organ dysfunctions ... defining the preoperative and intraoperative risk factors ... and offering perioperative protection strategies to minimize potential complications. A consistent chapter format - combined with color-coded algorithms, summary tables and boxes - enable you to quickly locate specific guidance. Top evidence- and outcome-based strategies from leading world authorities enable you to avoid and manage complications. A consistent format allows you to easily and efficiently access the very latest research and clinical practice guidelines. Color-coded algorithms, as well as abundant summary tables and boxes, save you valuable time in locating the best management approaches.

Contents: Pt. I. Introduction and Background -- Ch. 1. Implications of Perioperative Morbidity on Long-Term Outcomes / Lee A. Fleisher and Mark F. Newman -- Ch. 2. Ischemia and Ischemia-Reperfusion-Induced Organ Injury / Mitchell P. Fink -- Ch. 3. Inflammatory Response in Organ Injury / Benjamin A. Kohl and Clifford S. Deutschman -- Ch. 4. Coagulation Cascade in Perioperative Organ Injury / Martha Sue Carraway and Claude A. Piantadosi -- Pt. II. Preoperative Assessment -- Ch. 5. Value of Preoperative Assessment / Stanley H. Rosenbaum and David G. Silverman -- Ch. 6. Cardiac Risk Assessment in Noncardiac Surgery / Edward Kwon, Lee A. Fleisher and Kim A. Eagle -- Ch. 7. Cardiovascular Risk Assessment in Cardiac Surgery / Robert G. Johnson -- Ch. 8. Central Nervous System Risk Assessment / Katja Hindler and Nancy A. Nussmeier -- Ch. 9. Risk Assessment and Perioperative Renal Dysfunction.

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Location: Online

The house officer's guide to ICU care : fundamentals of management of the heart and lungs

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John A. Elefteriades ... [et al.]. (3rd ed.) --Minneapolis, MN: Cardiotext Publishing , c2013.

Call Number: WX 218 H842 2013

Location: Dickson Building; Halifax Infirmary

Call Number: WX 218 H842 2013

Author: Elefteriades, John A

Responsibility: John A. Elefteriades ... [et al.]

Edition: 3rd ed.

Place of Publication: Minneapolis, MN

Publisher: Cardiotext Publishing

Date of Publication: c2013

Physical Description: 486 p.

ISBN: 9781935395683

Subjects (MeSH): Intensive Care Units; Postoperative Care; Thoracic Surgery

Format: Book

Location: Dickson Building; Halifax Infirmary

Copies: 2

Loan Period: 3 weeks

Reducing mortality in the perioperative period

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Giovanni Landoni, Laura Ruggeri, Alberto Zangrillo, editors. --Cham, Switzerland: Springer , c2014.

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This book describes the techniques, strategies, and drugs that have been demonstrated by well-documented randomized trials to influence survival in the perioperative setting. It takes into consideration all types of adult surgery and will be relevant to the evaluation of any patient undergoing an operative procedure. Each chapter focuses on a specific procedure, device, or drug. The scope is accordingly wide, with coverage of topics as diverse as chlorhexidine oral rinse, clonidine therapy, ins…

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Other Authors: Landoni, Giovanni; Ruggeri, Laura; Zangrillo, Alberto

Responsibility: Giovanni Landoni, Laura Ruggeri, Alberto Zangrillo, editors

Place of Publication: Cham, Switzerland

Publisher: Springer

Date of Publication: c2014

Physical Description: 1 online resource (xi, 139 pages)

ISBN: 9783319021867 (electronic bk.); 9783319021850

Subjects (MeSH): Perioperative Care - mortality; Perioperative Period - mortality; Postoperative Complications - mortality; Postoperative Complications - prevention & control; Surgical Procedures, Operative - mortality

Subjects (LCSH): Postoperative care; Surgery - Complications; Surgery; Anesthesiology; Cardiology

Abstract: This book describes the techniques, strategies, and drugs that have been demonstrated by well-documented randomized trials to influence survival in the perioperative setting. It takes into consideration all types of adult surgery and will be relevant to the evaluation of any patient undergoing an operative procedure. Each chapter focuses on a specific procedure, device, or drug. The scope is accordingly wide, with coverage of topics as diverse as chlorhexidine oral rinse, clonidine therapy, insulin infusion, intra-aortic balloon pump support, leukodepletion, neuraxial anesthesia, and noninvasive respiratory support, to name but a few. In addition, the risks and benefits of using a web-based consensus process (as in this book) to identify effective means of reducing perioperative mortality are discussed. The clear text is supported by "how to do" sections and "key points" boxes that provide easily accessible practical information. Written by acknowledged international experts, Reducing Mortality in the Perioperative Period will be of interest for a wide variety of specialists, including surgeons, cardiologists, anesthesiologists, and intensivists.

Contents: 1. The risks and benefits of the consensus process -- 2. The process of consensus building -- 3. Noninvasive ventilation to reduce perioperative mortality -- 4. Role of inhalational anesthetic agents in reducing perioperative mortality -- 5. Can neuraxial anesthesia reduce perioperative mortality? -- 6. Role of perioperative hemodynamic optimization in reducing perioperative mortality -- 7. Levosimendan to reduce perioperative mortality -- 8. Could Clonidine Contribute to a Reduction in Perioperative Mortality? -- 9. Perioperative [beta]-blocker therapy to improve survival -- 10. Perioperative supplemental oxygen to reduce perioperative mortality -- 11. Leukocyte depletion of transfused blood to reduce perioperative mortality -- 12. Chlorhexidine oral rinse to reduce perioperative mortality -- 13. Reducing perioperative mortality with intra aortic balloon counterpulsation (IABP) -- 14. Selective decontamination of the digestive tract -- 15. Role of insulin in reducing mortality in the perioperative period -- 16. Aprotinin: pharmacological benefits and safety concerns -- 17. Consensus conference on perioperative mortality: an update.

Format: e-Book

Location: Online

Postoperative critical care for cardiac surgical patients

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Ali Dabbagh, Fardad Esmailian, Sary F. Aranki, editors. --Heidelberg: Springer , c2014.

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Location: Online

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Other Authors: Dabbagh, Ali; Esmailian, Fardad; Aranki, Sary F

Responsibility: Ali Dabbagh, Fardad Esmailian, Sary F. Aranki, editors

Place of Publication: Heidelberg

Publisher: Springer

Date of Publication: c2014

Physical Description: 1 online resource (xii, 440 pages)

ISBN: 9783642404184 (electronic bk.); 9783642404177

Subjects (MeSH): Cardiac Surgical Procedures; Coronary Care Units; Postoperative Care - methods

Subjects (LCSH): Postoperative care; Heart - Surgery - Complications; Critical care medicine; Cardiology; Surgery

Contents: 1. Cardiac Physiology -- 2. Cardiovascular Pharmacology -- 3. Principles of Pharmacoeconomics -- 4. Cardiovascular Monitoring -- 5. Postoperative Central Nervous System Monitoring -- 6. Postoperative Bleeding Disorders After Cardiac Surgery -- 7. Cardiovascular Complications and Management After Cardiac Surgery -- 8. Noncardiac Complications After Cardiac Surgery -- 9. Postoperative Rhythm Disorders After Adult Cardiac Surgeries -- 10. Postoperative CNS Care -- 11. Postoperative Pain Management in Cardiac Surgery -- 12. Postoperative Considerations of Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Adult Cardiac Surgery -- 13. Fluid Management and Electrolyte Balance -- 14. Acid–Base Balance and Blood Gas Analysis -- 15. Risk and Outcome Assessments.

Format: e-Book

Location: Online

Surgical metabolism : the metabolic care of the surgical patient

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Kimberly A. Davis, Stanley H. Rosenbaum, editors. --New York: Springer , c2014.

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Location: Online

This volume is a comprehensive, state-of-the-art review for clinicians with an interest in the peri-operative nutritionalmanagement of all surgical patients. The text reviews normal physiology, the pathophysiology of starvation and surgical stressors, and focuses on appropriate nutritional repletion for various common disease states. Specifically, the text addresses the severe metabolic demands created by systemic inflammation, infection, and major insults such as trauma and burns. In addition,…

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Other Authors: Davis, Kimberly A.; Rosenbaum, Stanley H.

Responsibility: Kimberly A. Davis, Stanley H. Rosenbaum, editors

Place of Publication: New York

Publisher: Springer

Date of Publication: c2014

Physical Description: 1 online resource (xiii, 295 pages)

ISBN: 9781493911219 (electronic bk.); 9781493911202

Subjects (MeSH): Metabolic Diseases - physiopathology; Nutritional Physiological Phenomena; Nutritional support - methods; Perioperative Care; Postoperative Care; Preoperative Care

Subjects (LCSH): Surgery - Nutritional aspects; Metabolism

Abstract: This volume is a comprehensive, state-of-the-art review for clinicians with an interest in the peri-operative nutritionalmanagement of all surgical patients. The text reviews normal physiology, the pathophysiology of starvation and surgical stressors, and focuses on appropriate nutritional repletion for various common disease states. Specifically, the text addresses the severe metabolic demands created by systemic inflammation, infection, and major insults such as trauma and burns. In addition, the book addresses the growing problem of obesity in surgical populations, including appropriate strategies directed towards the metabolic management of these patients. The text is designed for clinicians across levels of training and provides clear and concise evidence based guidelines for the metabolic management and nutritional support of the surgical patient.

Contents: Introduction to Metabolism -- Fluid and Electrolytes -- Acid-Base Physiology -- Starvation -- Metabolism in the Trauma Patient -- Burns -- Obesity -- Malignancy -- Sepsis and Nutrition -- Intestinal Failure -- Enteral Nutrition -- Parenteral Nutrition -- Considerations in Organ Failure -- Endocrine Perturbations in Critical Illness -- Geriatric Considerations.

Format: e-Book

Location: Online

Perioperative care of the orthopedic patient

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C. Ronald MacKenzie, Charles N. Cornell, Stavros G. Memtsoudis, editors. --New York: Springer , c2014.

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Location: Online

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Other Authors: MacKenzie, C. Ronald; Cornell, Charles N.; Memtsoudis, Stavros G.

Responsibility: C. Ronald MacKenzie, Charles N. Cornell, Stavros G. Memtsoudis, editors

Place of Publication: New York

Publisher: Springer

Date of Publication: c2014

Physical Description: 1 online resource (xvii, 421 pages)

ISBN: 9781461401001 (electronic bk.); 9781461400998

Subjects (MeSH): Musculoskeletal Diseases - surgery; Orthopedic Procedures - methods; Perioperative Care - methods

Subjects (LCSH): Postoperative care

Contents: Part I: Preoperative Conditions -- General Principles and Practices of Perioperative Medicine -- The Prevalence of Disabling Musculoskeletal Conditions and the Demand for Orthopedic Surgery in the 21st Century -- The Connective Diseases: The Rheumatologist's Perspective -- The Pathophysiologic Events of Total Joint Replacement Surgery -- Part II: Anesthesiological Management -- Anesthesiology in the Orthopedic Patient -- Pediatric Anesthesia for Orthopedic Surgery -- Anesthetic Techniques and Their Clinical Application for Specific Orthopedic Procedures -- The Role of the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit in the Perioperative Care of the Orthopedic Patient -- Postoperative Pain Management in the Orthopedic Setting -- Part III: Medical Management in Specific Clinical Settings -- Perioperative Care of the Orthopedic Patient with Connective Tissue Disease -- Perioperative Care of the Orthopedic Patient with Cardiac Disease -- Perioperative Care of the Orthopedic Patient with Chronic Pulmonary Disease -- Perioperative Care of the Orthopedic Patient with Renal Disease -- Perioperative Care of the Orthopedic Patient with Diabetes Mellitus -- Perioperative Care of the Orthopedic Patient with Gastrointestinal and Liver Issues -- Perioperative Care of the Orthopedic Patient with Neurological Disease -- Perioperative Care of the Orthopedic Patient with Psychiatric Disease -- Part IV: Specific Perioperative Problems in Orthopedic Surgery -- Perioperative Care of the Elderly Orthopedic Patient -- Venous Thromboembolism and Orthopedic Surgery -- Coagulation Disorders and Orthopedic Surgery -- Perioperative Nutrition in the Orthopedic Surgical Patient -- Infection and Perioperative Orthopedic Care -- Risk and Benefits of Bilateral Total Knee Replacement Surgery -- Compartment Syndrome and Orthopedic Surgery: Diagnosis and Management -- Bone Health and Orthopedic Surgery -- Perioperative Care of theComplex Spine and Scoliosis SurgeryPatient -- Management of Blood Products in Orthopedic Surgery -- Part V: Role of Allied Services -- Professional Nursing Practice in the Orthopedic Care Setting -- The Approach to Physical Therapy Following Orthopedic Reconstructive Surgery -- Quality Improvement in the Perioperative Orthopedic Setting -- Introduction of Clinical Pathways in Orthopedic Surgical Care: The Experience of the Hospital for Special Surgery -- Ethical Considerations in Perioperative Orthopedic Medicine.

Format: e-Book

Location: Online

Après une chirurgie buccale mineure

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2015.

Pamphlet Number: 1727

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Le présent dépliant fournit de l’information sur les soins à domicile après une chirurgie buccale mineure. On y traite de l’inconfort, de l’activité, des soins de la bouche, du contrôle de l’enflure et des saignements, de l’alimentation et des points de suture. Des coordonnées sont aussi fournies pour les questions urgentes et non urgentes. ; This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0405, "After Minor Oral Surgery". This pamphlet provides information about home care after minor oral…

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Alternate Title: After minor oral surgery

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2015

Format: Pamphlet

Language: French

Physical Description: 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Surgery, Oral; Postoperative Care

Subjects (LCSH): Mouth--Surgery

Specialty: Surgery

Abstract: Le présent dépliant fournit de l’information sur les soins à domicile après une chirurgie buccale mineure. On y traite de l’inconfort, de l’activité, des soins de la bouche, du contrôle de l’enflure et des saignements, de l’alimentation et des points de suture. Des coordonnées sont aussi fournies pour les questions urgentes et non urgentes.; This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0405, "After Minor Oral Surgery". This pamphlet provides information about home care after minor oral surgery. Discomfort, activity, mouth care, controlling swelling and bleeding, eating, and stitches are discussed. Contact numbers for both urgent and non-urgent questions are also provided.

Responsibility: Prepared by: Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, QEII, Halifax

Pamphlet Number: 1727

Postoperative Care in Thoracic Surgery : A Comprehensive Guide

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Mert Sentürk, Mukadder Orhan Sungur, editors. --Cham: Springer , 2017.

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This book offers a comprehensive, up-to-date overview of optimal postoperative care in patients who have undergone thoracic surgery and discusses challenging issues that are of interest not only in the context of thoracic surgery but also more generally within the fields of anesthesia, intensive care, and pain medicine. The coverage ranges, for example, from use of non-invasive ventilation, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, and new monitoring devices to fluid management, pain control, and tr…

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Other Authors: Sentürk, Mert; Orhan Sungur, Mukadder

Responsibility: Mert Sentürk, Mukadder Orhan Sungur, editors

Place of Publication: Cham

Publisher: Springer

Date of Publication: 2017

Physical Description: 1 online resource (xiii, 303 pages) : 46 illus., 31 illus. in color

ISBN: 9783319199085; 9783319199078 (print ed.)

Subjects (MeSH): Postoperative Care; Postoperative Complications - prevention & control; Thoracic Surgical Procedures

Abstract: This book offers a comprehensive, up-to-date overview of optimal postoperative care in patients who have undergone thoracic surgery and discusses challenging issues that are of interest not only in the context of thoracic surgery but also more generally within the fields of anesthesia, intensive care, and pain medicine. The coverage ranges, for example, from use of non-invasive ventilation, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, and new monitoring devices to fluid management, pain control, and treatment of arrhythmias. A key feature of the book is the exceptionally attractive list of authors, who represent the most authoritative experts on the topics that they address. The approach is appropriately multidisciplinary, acknowledging that in many centers thoracic anesthetists are responsible for care during the postoperative period. This book is exceptional in being devoted solely to postoperative care in thoracic surgery, even though the difficulties involved in thoracic operations sometimes exceed those of cardiac surgery, especially in the postoperative period.

Contents: 1. What happens to the lung during mechanical ventilation and one-lung ventilation? -- 2. Where should I send my patient after the operation? -- 3. Does it matter, how I ventilate the patient during the operation? -- 4. Can the postoperative pulmonary complications (PPC) be objectively evaluated? -- 5. Fluid management during and after the operation: Less is more or more is less? -- 6. How to organize the PACU? How to treat in PACU? -- 7. Should I blame the surgeon: Surgical complications and surgical treatment of the complications -- 8. Should every "myasthenic thymectomy" be sent to ICU? -- 9. How about esophagectomies? -- 10. Do the new devices of monitoring make sense compared to the "classical" ones? -- 11. What are the specific challenges in the postoperative mechanical ventilation after thoracic surgery? -- 12. Pros & Cons of non-invasive ventilation after thoracic surgery -- 13. Lung surgery and extracorporeal oxygenation -- 14. Pneumonia after thoracic surgery -- 15. When and how do I have to treat the arrhythmias after thoracic surgery? -- 16. Management of antiaggregated and anticoagulated patients scheduled for thoracic surgery: recommendations for venous thromboprophylaxis -- 17. Pain management following thoracic surgery -- 18. Rehabilitation for thoracic surgical patients: why, when and how -- 19. Perioperative care of thoracic trauma patient -- 20. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and the postoperative period.

Format: e-Book

Location: Online

Lumbar (back) surgery

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Physiotherapy, Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Neurosurgery. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2017.

Pamphlet Number: 1732

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This booklet provides information about back surgery, including the anatomy of the spine, surgical treatments, and risks and complications. Information about getting ready for surgery, recovering in the hospital after surgery, what to watch for at home and managing your back health after surgery is also included. A list of symptoms that require immediate medical attention is provided.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Physiotherapy; Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Neurosurgery

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2017

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document (30 p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Spine - surgery; Preoperative Care; Postoperative Care

Subjects (LCSH): Spine--Surgery; Preoperative care; Postoperative care

Specialty: Nervous System

Abstract: This booklet provides information about back surgery, including the anatomy of the spine, surgical treatments, and risks and complications. Information about getting ready for surgery, recovering in the hospital after surgery, what to watch for at home and managing your back health after surgery is also included. A list of symptoms that require immediate medical attention is provided.

Responsibility: Adapted with permission from: Saskatchewan Spine Pathway, Saskatchewan Ministry of Health. Adapted by: Physiotherapy Services, Neurosurgery staff

Pamphlet Number: 1732

After your urological surgery : what you need to know

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Dartmouth General Hospital. Surgical Quality Committee. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2017.

Pamphlet Number: 1775

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This pamphlet explains what to do after having urological surgery at Dartmouth General Hospital. Topics include food and drink, activity after surgery, and managing pain. A list of signs of complications is also included.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. Dartmouth General Hospital. Surgical Quality Committee

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2017

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Urogenital System - surgery; Postoperative Care

Subjects (LCSH): Genitourinary organs--Surgery; Postoperative care

Specialty: Urogenital System; Surgery; Dartmouth General Hospital

Abstract: This pamphlet explains what to do after having urological surgery at Dartmouth General Hospital. Topics include food and drink, activity after surgery, and managing pain. A list of signs of complications is also included.

Responsibility: Prepared by: DGH Surgical Quality Committee

Pamphlet Number: 1775

Drain's perianesthesia nursing : a critical care approach

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat53239

Odom-Forren, Jan. (7th ed.) --St. Louis, MO: Elsevier , 2018.

Call Number: WY 161 D759 2018

Location: IWK Health Sciences Library

Call Number: WY 161 D759 2018

Author: Odom-Forren, Jan

Edition: 7th ed.

Alternate Title: Perianesthesia nursing

Place of Publication: St. Louis, MO

Publisher: Elsevier

Date of Publication: 2018

Physical Description: 864 p.

ISBN: 9.78E+12

Subjects (MeSH): Anesthesia - nursing; Anesthesia Recovery Period; Perioperative Nursing; Perioperative Care; Perioperative Period; Postoperative Care; Postoperative Period

Format: Book

Location: IWK Health Sciences Library

Copies: 1

Loan Period: 2 weeks

Ventricular assist devices (VAD)

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cardiovascular Surgery. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2018.

Pamphlet Number: 0931

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A Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) may be recommended if a person is a potential candidate for heart transplant. The VAD acts like the heart’s ventricle by pumping blood throughout the body. The pump has an external power source. This pamphlet describes the types of VADs, implanting a VAD, risks of surgery, and what to expect after surgery. The French version of this pamphlet 1853, "Dispositifs d’assistance ventriculaire (DAV)", is also available.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cardiovascular Surgery

Alternate Title: VAD

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2018

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Heart-Assist Devices; Heart Failure - surgery; Heart, Artificial; Heart Diseases - surgery; Postoperative Care

Subjects (LCSH): Heart, Artificial; Heart failure; Heart--Surgery; Heart--Diseases--Treatment; Postoperative care

Specialty: Cardiovascular system; Surgery

Abstract: A Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) may be recommended if a person is a potential candidate for heart transplant. The VAD acts like the heart’s ventricle by pumping blood throughout the body. The pump has an external power source. This pamphlet describes the types of VADs, implanting a VAD, risks of surgery, and what to expect after surgery. The French version of this pamphlet 1853, "Dispositifs d’assistance ventriculaire (DAV)", is also available.

Responsibility: Prepared by: Sonya Osmond RN, Ventricular Assist Device Coordinator

Pamphlet Number: 0931

Capsule endoscopy

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Endoscopy Unit Staff. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2018.

Pamphlet Number: 1300

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Capsule endoscopy is an exam of the digestive tract that involves swallowing a capsule containing a camera and light. How to prepare for the test, as well as what to expect during and after the test are reviewed. Common risks of the test are also provided. The French version of this pamphlet 1854, "Endoscopie par capsule", is also available.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Endoscopy Unit Staff

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2018

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Capsule Endoscopes; Diagnostic Techniques, Digestive System; Preoperative Care; Postoperative Care

Subjects (LCSH): Capsule endoscopy; Digestive organs--Diseases--Diagnosis; Preoperative care; Postoperative care

Specialty: Diagnostic Imaging

Abstract: Capsule endoscopy is an exam of the digestive tract that involves swallowing a capsule containing a camera and light. How to prepare for the test, as well as what to expect during and after the test are reviewed. Common risks of the test are also provided. The French version of this pamphlet 1854, "Endoscopie par capsule", is also available.

Responsibility: Prepared by: Endoscopy Unit Staff, QEII

Pamphlet Number: 1300

Cardiac surgery

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Cardiovascular Surgery. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2018.

Pamphlet Number: 1731

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This pamphlet gives information about your hospital stay for cardiac surgery. It lists items to bring with you to the hospital, a predicted timeline of your surgery, and members of your health care team. It gives information about the heart, types of cardiac surgeries, how to prepare for your surgery, and common concerns after surgery. Physiotherapy exercises, cardiac rehabilitation programs in Nova Scotia, heart healthy eating guidelines, and symptoms requiring a visit to either your family do…

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Cardiovascular Surgery

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2018

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document (45 p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Cardiovascular Diseases - surgery; Preoperative Care; Postoperative Care

Subjects (LCSH): Cardiovascular system--Surgery; Preoperative care; Postoperative care

Specialty: Cardiovascular System; Surgery

Abstract: This pamphlet gives information about your hospital stay for cardiac surgery. It lists items to bring with you to the hospital, a predicted timeline of your surgery, and members of your health care team. It gives information about the heart, types of cardiac surgeries, how to prepare for your surgery, and common concerns after surgery. Physiotherapy exercises, cardiac rehabilitation programs in Nova Scotia, heart healthy eating guidelines, and symptoms requiring a visit to either your family doctor or to the Emergency Department are listed.

Responsibility: Prepared by: Cardiovascular Surgery, QEII

Pamphlet Number: 1731

Discharge from orthopaedics

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Orthopaedics. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2018.

Pamphlet Number: 1836

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This booklet explains the information that you were given during your hospital stay. It will help to answer any questions you may have after discharge. Topics include anticoagulation (blood thinners), pain control, dressings and wound care, and possible complications. Information about community support, financial help, and additional resources is also given. A "Patient PASS: A Transition Record" is also included.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. Orthopaedics

Alternate Title: Discharge from orthopedics

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2018

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document (13 p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Orthopedic Procedures; Postoperative Care

Subjects (LCSH): Orthopedic surgery; Postoperative care

Specialty: Surgery

Abstract: This booklet explains the information that you were given during your hospital stay. It will help to answer any questions you may have after discharge. Topics include anticoagulation (blood thinners), pain control, dressings and wound care, and possible complications. Information about community support, financial help, and additional resources is also given. A "Patient PASS: A Transition Record" is also included.

Responsibility: Prepared by: Orthopaedics

Pamphlet Number: 1836

Laparoscopic hysterectomy

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Gynaecology. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2018.

Pamphlet Number: 0434

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A laparoscopic hysterectomy is an operation to remove your uterus (womb) and cervix through your vagina. The ovaries and fallopian tubes are often taken out at the same time. After surgery you will have an intravenous (IV), a catheter (tube) to drain urine from your bladder, and a dressing on your abdomen (stomach area). Topics in this pamphlet include breathing, managing pain, vaginal bleeding, incision care, blood clots and your menstrual cycle. Information on care at home and sex after surge…

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. Gynaecology

Alternate Title: Laparoscope assisted vaginal hysterectomy; Laparoscopy assisted vaginal hysterectomy

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2018

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Hysterectomy; Postoperative Care

Subjects (LCSH): Hysterectomy; Postoperative care

Specialty: Gynecology

Abstract: A laparoscopic hysterectomy is an operation to remove your uterus (womb) and cervix through your vagina. The ovaries and fallopian tubes are often taken out at the same time. After surgery you will have an intravenous (IV), a catheter (tube) to drain urine from your bladder, and a dressing on your abdomen (stomach area). Topics in this pamphlet include breathing, managing pain, vaginal bleeding, incision care, blood clots and your menstrual cycle. Information on care at home and sex after surgery is provided. Symptoms that require medical attention are given. The French version of this pamphlet 1896, "Hystérectomie laparoscopique", is also available.

Responsibility: Prepared by: Angela Whynot, Nurse Educator

Pamphlet Number: 0434

PEG button (percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy)

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Patient Family Learning Centre. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2018.

Pamphlet Number: 1186

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A PEG button is a type of feeding tube that takes the place of your PEG tube. This pamphlet explains how to use and care for your button. Your GI specialist will tell you how often your button should be changed. An area on the back of the pamphlet is given to write down the type of button you have, size, the date it was inserted, and who inserted your PEG button.

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Corporate Author: Nova Scotia Health Authority. Patient Family Learning Centre

Place of Publication: Halifax, NS

Publisher: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Date of Publication: 2018

Format: Pamphlet

Language: English

Physical Description: 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file

Subjects (MeSH): Gastrostomy; Enteral nutrition - methods; Preoperative Care; Postoperative Care

Subjects (LCSH): Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy; Preoperative care; Postoperative care; Enteral feeding; Tube feeding

Abstract: A PEG button is a type of feeding tube that takes the place of your PEG tube. This pamphlet explains how to use and care for your button. Your GI specialist will tell you how often your button should be changed. An area on the back of the pamphlet is given to write down the type of button you have, size, the date it was inserted, and who inserted your PEG button.

Responsibility: Prepared by: Patient Family Learning Centre; Reviewed by Department of Medicine

Pamphlet Number: 1186

Dispositifs d’assistance ventriculaire (DAV)

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