Electrical stimulation in wound healing
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38260
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Interprofessional Practice and Learning Wound Prevention and Management Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2384
- Available Online
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This pamphlet explains what electrical stimulation in wound healing is, how it is done, what will happen after the treatment, and possible risks.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Interprofessional Practice and Learning Wound Prevention and Management Program
- Alternate Title
- Electrical stimulation for wound healing
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Wounds and Injuries - therapy
- Electric Stimulation Therapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Wound healing
- Wounds and injuries--Treatment
- Electric stimulation
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains what electrical stimulation in wound healing is, how it is done, what will happen after the treatment, and possible risks.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: IPPL Wound Prevention and Management Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2384
Negative pressure wound therapy : a portable system for advanced wound healing
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35942
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Interprofessional Practice and Learning Wound Prevention and Management Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1221
- Available Online
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Negative pressure wound therapy is a machine that uses controlled negative pressure (like a vacuum) to help heal wounds. This pamphlet answers common questions about using this therapy.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Interprofessional Practice and Learning Wound Prevention and Management Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.): digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Negative-Pressure Wound Therapy
- Wound Closure Techniques
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Wound healing
- Specialty
- Muscoskeletal System
- Abstract
- Negative pressure wound therapy is a machine that uses controlled negative pressure (like a vacuum) to help heal wounds. This pamphlet answers common questions about using this therapy.
- Notes
- previous title: Negative pressure wound closure therapy : a portable system for advanced wound healing
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Interprofessional Practice and Learning Wound Prevention and Management Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1221
Negative pressure wound therapy : PICO single use system
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38267
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Interprofessional Practice and Learning Wound Prevention and Management Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1577
- Available Online
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Negative pressure wound therapy is a machine that uses controlled negative pressure (like a vacuum) to help heal wounds using a PICO dressing. This pamphlet answers common questions about using this therapy.
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Interprofessional Practice and Learning Wound Prevention and Management Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (11 p.): digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Negative-Pressure Wound Therapy
- Wound Closure Techniques
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Wound healing
- Specialty
- Muscoskeletal System
- Abstract
- Negative pressure wound therapy is a machine that uses controlled negative pressure (like a vacuum) to help heal wounds using a PICO dressing. This pamphlet answers common questions about using this therapy.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Interprofessional Practice and Learning Wound Prevention and Management Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1577
Nutrition guidelines after bowel surgery
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35317
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nutrition and Food Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1415
- Available Online
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This pamphlet provides guidelines for the first 4 weeks (1 month) after bowel surgery. They will help with your healing, comfort, and bowel function. Foods that are best tolerated and foods to avoid are listed.
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nutrition and Food Services
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (4 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Gastrointestinal Diseases - diet therapy
- Postoperative Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Postoperative care
- Gastrointestinal system
- Specialty
- Food and nutrition
- Abstract
- This pamphlet provides guidelines for the first 4 weeks (1 month) after bowel surgery. They will help with your healing, comfort, and bowel function. Foods that are best tolerated and foods to avoid are listed.
- Responsibility
- Nutrition and Food Services
- Pamphlet Number
- 1415
Your halo brace
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37307
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Halifax Infirmary. Neurosciences.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0614
- Available Online
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This pamphlet will help you learn about your halo brace. A halo brace is worn so that your neck fracture heals properly. This is similar to how a plaster cast protects a broken arm or leg while it is healing. This pamphlet gives information about balance and movement, hygiene, best options for clothing and shoes, and pin sites care. Information about halo vests, loose nuts and bolts, common concerns, activity while wearing a halo brace, and how long you will need to wear the halo brace is inclu…
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Halifax Infirmary. Neurosciences
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (12 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Braces
- Neck Injuries
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Orthopedic braces
- Neck--Wounds and injuries
- Specialty
- Nervous System
- Abstract
- This pamphlet will help you learn about your halo brace. A halo brace is worn so that your neck fracture heals properly. This is similar to how a plaster cast protects a broken arm or leg while it is healing. This pamphlet gives information about balance and movement, hygiene, best options for clothing and shoes, and pin sites care. Information about halo vests, loose nuts and bolts, common concerns, activity while wearing a halo brace, and how long you will need to wear the halo brace is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Neurosciences, Halifax Infirmary
- Pamphlet Number
- 0614
Image-guided core biopsy of the breast
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38153
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Diagnostic Imaging.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2319
- Available Online
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During an image-guided core biopsy of the breast, a radiologist (a doctor who specializes in reading medical images like X-rays and ultrasounds) uses a needle to take small tissue samples from your breast. This pamphlet explains why you may need a core biopsy of the breast, how to get ready for this test, how the test is done, and what will happen after the test. Signs of an infection or that the puncture site is not healing well, and information about when you will get your results is included…
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Diagnostic Imaging
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Breast Diseases - diagnosis
- Biopsy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Breast--Diseases--Diagnosis
- Breast--Biopsy
- Specialty
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Abstract
- During an image-guided core biopsy of the breast, a radiologist (a doctor who specializes in reading medical images like X-rays and ultrasounds) uses a needle to take small tissue samples from your breast. This pamphlet explains why you may need a core biopsy of the breast, how to get ready for this test, how the test is done, and what will happen after the test. Signs of an infection or that the puncture site is not healing well, and information about when you will get your results is included. Contact information for the Nova Scotia Breast Screening Program (NSBSP) Patient Navigator is given.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Diagnostic Imaging; adapted with permission from IWK Health
- Pamphlet Number
- 2319
After your image-guided core biopsy of the breast
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38154
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Diagnostic Imaging.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2320
- Available Online
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During an image-guided core biopsy of the breast, a radiologist (a doctor who specializes in reading medical images like X-rays and ultrasounds) uses a needle to take small tissue samples from your breast. This pamphlet explains what will happen after the test. Topics include controlling pain and/or discomfort, activity, and black dots at the puncture site. Signs of an infection or that the puncture site is not healing well, and information about when you will get your results is included. Cont…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Diagnostic Imaging
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (4 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Breast Diseases - diagnosis
- Biopsy
- Aftercare
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Breast--Diseases--Diagnosis
- Breast--Biopsy
- Specialty
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Abstract
- During an image-guided core biopsy of the breast, a radiologist (a doctor who specializes in reading medical images like X-rays and ultrasounds) uses a needle to take small tissue samples from your breast. This pamphlet explains what will happen after the test. Topics include controlling pain and/or discomfort, activity, and black dots at the puncture site. Signs of an infection or that the puncture site is not healing well, and information about when you will get your results is included. Contact information for the Nova Scotia Breast Screening Program (NSBSP) Patient Navigator is given.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Diagnostic Imaging; adapted with permission from IWK Health
- Pamphlet Number
- 2320
Mental Health and Addictions Day Hospital
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37576
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Mental Health and Addictions Day Hospital.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2278
- Available Online
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The Mental Health and Addictions (MHA) Day Hospital cares for people with intense mental health issues or concerns. It supports your recovery through outpatient (day) treatment, group therapy, and helping you stay connected with your loved ones and the community. This pamphlet explains how to take part in Day Hospital programs, how to access the Day Hospital, what care and programs the Day Hospital offers, and who is on your Day Hospital health care team. Information on how long you will take p…
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Mental Health and Addictions Day Hospital
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Mental Health Services
- Hospitals, psychiatric
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Mental health facilities
- Hospital care
- Specialty
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- The Mental Health and Addictions (MHA) Day Hospital cares for people with intense mental health issues or concerns. It supports your recovery through outpatient (day) treatment, group therapy, and helping you stay connected with your loved ones and the community. This pamphlet explains how to take part in Day Hospital programs, how to access the Day Hospital, what care and programs the Day Hospital offers, and who is on your Day Hospital health care team. Information on how long you will take part in Day Hospital programs, how your team will decide what care you need, and how you and your loved ones can help with your healing journey is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Mental Health and Addictions Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2278
Hernia surgery as an outpatient
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34843
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. General Surgery Clinic, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Hants Community Hospital. General Surgery Clinic, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Colchester East Hants Health Centre. General Surgery Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0592
- Available Online
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This pamphlet is about hernia surgeries. A hernia forms when an outer wall of muscle breaks open or tears. This allows organs (such as a loop of bowel or tissue) to fall through the opening. Different types of hernia surgery are described. Topics include what to expect before surgery, on the day of surgery and after surgery at home. Some after surgery topics include pain control, deep breathing and coughing exercises, foot and leg exercises, care of your incision, physical activity, meals, heal…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. General Surgery Clinic
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Hants Community Hospital. General Surgery Clinic
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Colchester East Hants Health Centre. General Surgery Clinic
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (18 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hernia
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hernia--Surgery
- Specialty
- Gastrointestinal System
- Abstract
- This pamphlet is about hernia surgeries. A hernia forms when an outer wall of muscle breaks open or tears. This allows organs (such as a loop of bowel or tissue) to fall through the opening. Different types of hernia surgery are described. Topics include what to expect before surgery, on the day of surgery and after surgery at home. Some after surgery topics include pain control, deep breathing and coughing exercises, foot and leg exercises, care of your incision, physical activity, meals, healing ridge, follow-up with your surgeon and a list of symptoms that need medical attention. Maps to the different locations where surgery is performed (QEII, Windsor and Truro) are provided. The French translation of this pamphlet 2158, "Chirurgie ambulatoire d'une hernie" is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: General Surgery Clinic, QEII and Hants Community Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 0592
Chirurgie ambulatoire d'une hernie
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37480
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. General Surgery Clinic, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Hants Community Hospital. General Surgery Clinic, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Colchester East Hants Health Centre. General Surgery Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2158
- Available Online
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Ce dépliant porte sur les chirurgies de la hernie. Une hernie se forme lorsque la paroi externe d’un muscle se brise ou se déchire. Les organes (p. ex. une petite partie de l’intestin ou des tissus) passent alors à travers cet orifice. Nous présentons ici les différents types de chirurgie de la hernie et expliquons ce à quoi il faut s’attendre avant la chirurgie, le jour même de la chirurgie et une fois de retour à la maison. Il s’agit notamment de ce qui suit : contrôle de la douleur, exercice…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. General Surgery Clinic
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Hants Community Hospital. General Surgery Clinic
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Colchester East Hants Health Centre. General Surgery Clinic
- Alternate Title
- Hernia Surgery as an Outpatient
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (18 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hernia
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hernia--Surgery
- Specialty
- Gastrointestinal System
- Abstract
- Ce dépliant porte sur les chirurgies de la hernie. Une hernie se forme lorsque la paroi externe d’un muscle se brise ou se déchire. Les organes (p. ex. une petite partie de l’intestin ou des tissus) passent alors à travers cet orifice. Nous présentons ici les différents types de chirurgie de la hernie et expliquons ce à quoi il faut s’attendre avant la chirurgie, le jour même de la chirurgie et une fois de retour à la maison. Il s’agit notamment de ce qui suit : contrôle de la douleur, exercices pour respirer profondément et tousser, exercices pour les pieds et les jambes, soins de l’incision, activité physique, repas, bourrelet de cicatrisation, suivi avec le chirurgien et symptômes nécessitant des soins médicaux. Vous trouverez également des cartes pour aller aux différents hôpitaux où les chirurgies de la hernie sont effectuées (QEII, Windsor et Truro).
- This pamphlet is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0592, "Hernia Surgery as an Outpatient". This pamphlet is about hernia surgeries. A hernia forms when an outer wall of muscle breaks open or tears. This allows organs (such as a loop of bowel or tissue) to fall through the opening. Different types of hernia surgery are described. Topics include what to expect before surgery, on the day of surgery and after surgery at home. Some after surgery topics include pain control, deep breathing and coughing exercises, foot and leg exercises, care of your incision, physical activity, meals, healing ridge, follow-up with your surgeon and a list of symptoms that need medical attention. Maps to the different locations where surgery is performed (QEII, Windsor and Truro) are provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: General Surgery Clinic, QEII and Hants Community Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 2158
