Many people use technology (phones, computers, TVs, lights, and more) every day. An injury or a change in your health may affect your ability to use your technology. The Access to Technology team will work with you to find a new or easier way to use your technology. Topics include: what to expect, what to bring to appointments, and what will happen at your first appointment and follow-up appointments. Contact information for the Service is listed.
An IVAD is a small device placed in a vein just above your heart. This pamphlet explains the benefits, how it works, how to get ready for surgery, what to expect during and after surgery, care at home, and taking care of your port.
This pamphlet reviews important instructions about how to get ready for your procedure and what to do on the day of your procedure. If you do not follow these instructions, your procedure may be cancelled. Info on how to keep your bowels regular are also included.
A tunneled hemodialysis catheter is a special tube made of plastic. It is used for hemodialysis treatment. This pamphlet explains the procedure for having a tunneled hemodialysis catheter inserted. Topics include: why the catheter is used, how long it will be in place, where the procedure is done, how long you will be at the hospital, how to get ready, and how the catheter is inserted. Instructions for after your procedure and care at home are provided.
A non-tunneled hemodialysis catheter is a special tube made of plastic. It is used for hemodialyis treatment. This pamphlet explains the procedure for having a non-tunneled hemodialysis cathether inserted. Topics include: why the catheter is used, how long it can stay in place, how it is inserted, what will happen after the procedure, and how to care for your catheter at home. The pamphlet also explains what to do if the catheter falls out.
This pamphlet reviews how to protect your peritoneal dialysis catheter. Information includes how to care for your incision (cut) or exit site after surgery and keeping your bowels regular. Information about when to call your VON or home care nurse is also given. The French version of this pamphlet 2098, "Prendre soin de votre cathéter de dialyse péritonéale", is also available.
La brochure porte sur la façon de protéger votre cathéter de dialyse péritonéale. On y traite des soins de l’incision (coupure) ou du point d'émergence cutané (point de sortie) après l’opération et du maintien de la régularité intestinale. On vous indique aussi quand appeler l’infirmière de l’Ordre de Victoria du Canada (VON) ou des soins à domicile. ; This pamphlet is a French translation of "Care of Your Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter" pamphlet 0352. This pamphlet reviews how to protect your pe…
This pamphlet explains what is involved in preparing for medical assistance in dying (MAiD). Steps in the MAiD process are listed, including which health care providers can be involved. Information about who can have MAiD is provided. Frequently asked questions (FAQs) and a glossary are also provided. The French version of this pamphlet, 2247, "Aide médicale à mourir (AMM)," is also available.
This pamphlet gives directions for dialysis patients on warfarin who are having an interventional radiology procedure. The pamphlet explains what an interventional radiology procedure is. Space is provided to write the name and date of your procedure, as well as instructions to follow before and after your procedure. Instructions about what to do if you notice any bleeding or bruising in the area of your body where the procedure was done are included.
Ce dépliant explique en quoi consiste la préparation à l’aide médicale à mourir (AMM). Il présente les étapes du processus et les fournisseurs de soins de santé qui peuvent intervenir et donne des informations sur les personnes pouvant demander l’AMM. Ce dépliant comporte de plus une foire aux questions et des définitions. ; This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 2229, "Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD)". This pamphlet explains what is involved in preparing for medical assistance…
This pamphlet reviews what to expect before, during and after surgery for the insertion of a peritoneal dialysis catheter. Information includes how to get your bowels ready for surgery, what to bring to the hospital on the day of surgery, care of your incision/exit site and keeping your bowels regular after surgery. Information about peritoneal dialysis teaching is also provided.
This pamphlet explains how Nova Scotia Health protects your privacy and confidentiality. Information on how Nova Scotia Health uses your personal health information, what personal health information the Personal Health Information Act does and does not protect, and your rights under the Act is included. The French version of this pamphlet 1758, "La confidentialité de vos renseignements personnels sur la santé à Santé Nouvelle-Écosse", is also available.
La présente publication explique comment Santé Nouvelle-Écosse protège votre vie privée et la confidentialité. La publication vous renseigne sur la manière dont Santé Nouvelle-Écosse utilise vos renseignements personnels sur la santé, sur les renseignements personnels sur la santé qui sont protégés ou non par la loi sur les renseignements médicaux personnels (Personal Health Information Act), et sur vos droits en vertu de la loi. ; This pamphlet is a French translation of "Privacy of Your Perso…
Step-by-step instructions are provided to collect a 24 hour split urine sample. Locations for drop offs (24 hour access) are included.
Nova Scotia Health provides health services in all 4 of the adult provincial correctional facilities in Nova Scotia. A list of services offered, members of the health care team, and service access information is listed.
This double-sided brochure gives information on what to do if you do not have access to a primary health care provider (family doctor or nurse practitioner). Contact information, including a website and a phone number, are provided.
The Early Supported Stroke Discharge (ESD) team provides rehabilitation for people recovering from a stroke. This pamphlet explains who is eligible for ESD services, how to access services, what the team does, what will happen when the ESD team visits you, and what is expected of you.
A fistulogram is a special X-ray that shows any narrowing(s) in your dialysis access (fistula or graft). This pamphlet explains how the test is done, how to get ready for it, and what to expect after the test.
This pamphlet gives step-by-step instructions on how to collect a 24-hour urine (pee) specimen (sample). Location information for drop-offs (24-hour access) is included.
This pamphlet gives step-by-step instructions on how to collect a mid-stream urine (pee) specimen (sample). Location information for drop-offs (24-hour access) is included.