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Alveolar Bone Graft

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37690
IWK. Cleft Palate Team, IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics), IWK. Plastic Surgery. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0178
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Alveolar bone graft.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Cleft Palate Team
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
IWK. Plastic Surgery
Alternate Title
Dr. J.C. Doucet
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Cleft Lip - surgery
Postoperative Care
Subjects (LCSH)
Cleft lip--Surgery
Postoperative care
Abstract
Alveolar bone graft.
Responsibility
IWK Cleft Palate Team, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0178
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Biofeedback Therapy

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38095
IWK. Urology, IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics), IWK. Ambulatory Surgical Clinics. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2021.
Pamphlet Number
PL-1279
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Biofeedback is an approved, non-invasive therapy that teaches a child how to identify, isolate, contract, and relax the pelvic floor and urinary sphincter muscles.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Urology
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
IWK. Ambulatory Surgical Clinics
Alternate Title
A Guide for Patients
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2021
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Child Health
Urogenital System
Surgical Procedures, Operative
Therapeutics
Diagnostic Techniques and Procedures
Subjects (LCSH)
Children--Health and hygiene
Urogynecology
Therapeutics
Surgery, Operative
Diagnosis
Abstract
Biofeedback is an approved, non-invasive therapy that teaches a child how to identify, isolate, contract, and relax the pelvic floor and urinary sphincter muscles.
Responsibility
IWK Urology, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-1279
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Brachial Cleft Cyst or Sinus Thyroglossal Duct Cyst

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37646
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics), IWK. Plastic Surgery, IWK. Cleft Palate Team. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0042
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Information on care after surgery, including activity restrictions, pain relief, and follow-ups.
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Corporate Author
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
IWK. Plastic Surgery
IWK. Cleft Palate Team
Alternate Title
Post-operative Instructions
A Guide for Parents
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Branchioma - surgery
Postoperative Care
Thyroglossal Cyst - surgery
Subjects (LCSH)
Cysts (Pathology)--Surgery
Postoperative care
Abstract
Information on care after surgery, including activity restrictions, pain relief, and follow-ups.
Responsibility
IWK General Surgery (Pediatrics, Halifax, NS)
Pamphlet Number
PL-0042
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Clean Intermittent Catheterization (CIC)

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38055
IWK. Urology, IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics), IWK. Ambulatory Surgical Clinics. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-1245
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Clean intermittent catheterization is a technique that you/your child may have to do several times a day to help empty urine from their bladder.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Urology
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
IWK. Ambulatory Surgical Clinics
Alternate Title
Step-By-Step Instructions
Female/Female Assigned at Birth
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Child
Intermittent Urethral Catheterization
Female
Subjects (LCSH)
Girls
Urinary catheterization
Abstract
Clean intermittent catheterization is a technique that you/your child may have to do several times a day to help empty urine from their bladder.
Responsibility
IWK Urology, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-1245
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Clean Intermittent Catheterization (CIC)

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38056
IWK. Urology, IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics), IWK. Ambulatory Surgical Clinics. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-1246
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Clean intermittent catheterization is a technique that you/your child may have to do several times a day to help empty urine from their bladder
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Corporate Author
IWK. Urology
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
IWK. Ambulatory Surgical Clinics
Alternate Title
Step-By-Step Instructions
Male/Male Assigned at Birth
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Child
Intermittent Urethral Catheterization
Male
Subjects (LCSH)
Boys
Urinary catheterization
Abstract
Clean intermittent catheterization is a technique that you/your child may have to do several times a day to help empty urine from their bladder
Responsibility
IWK Urology, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-1246
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General/Thoracic Surgery Procedures

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37664
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics), IWK. Gastroenterology, Nutrition & Paediatric Health Psychology Team. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0077
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General information for general surgery operative procedures for which there are no specific instructions.
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Corporate Author
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
IWK. Gastroenterology, Nutrition & Paediatric Health Psychology Team
Alternate Title
Discharge Instructions
A Guide for Parents
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Postoperative Care
Subjects (LCSH)
Postoperative care
Abstract
General information for general surgery operative procedures for which there are no specific instructions.
Responsibility
IWK General Surgery (Pediatrics, Halifax, NS)
Pamphlet Number
PL-0077
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G/GJ/NJ/ND Tubes

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38033
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics). Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-1224
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Learn what to do if your child's feeding tube becomes blocked.
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Corporate Author
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
Alternate Title
What to do if your child’s feeding tube is blocked
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Enteral Nutrition
Home Nursing
Intubation, Gastrointestinal
Subjects (LCSH)
Enteral feeding of children
Home nursing
Tube feeding--Complications
Abstract
Learn what to do if your child's feeding tube becomes blocked.
Notes
Adapted by the IWK from About Kids Health by Toronto Sick Kids: www.aboutkidshealth.ca/Article?contentid=3039&language=English page 5 of 5 Retrieved May 15, 2020.
Responsibility
IWK General Surgery (Pediatrics, Halifax, NS)
Pamphlet Number
PL-1224
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IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics). Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-1230
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Learn what hypergranulation tissue is, why it forms and how to treat it if you notice it around your child's stoma.
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Corporate Author
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
Alternate Title
Hypergranulation tissue
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Enteral Nutrition
Home Nursing
Intubation, Gastrointestinal
Subjects (LCSH)
Enteral feeding of children
Home nursing
Tube feeding--Complications
Abstract
Learn what hypergranulation tissue is, why it forms and how to treat it if you notice it around your child's stoma.
Notes
Adapted with permission from "Nasogastric (NG) tube feeding: Common problems" by Toronto Sick Kids Hospital, c2017.
Responsibility
IWK General Surgery (Pediatrics, Halifax, NS)
Pamphlet Number
PL-1230
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IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics). Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-1231
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Learn about hypertonic salt water soaks, when they can be used and how to make your own.
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Corporate Author
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
Alternate Title
Hypertonic salt water soaks
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Enteral Nutrition
Home Nursing
Intubation, Gastrointestinal
Subjects (LCSH)
Enteral feeding of children
Home nursing
Tube feeding--Complications
Abstract
Learn about hypertonic salt water soaks, when they can be used and how to make your own.
Notes
Adapted with permission from "Nasogastric (NG) tube feeding: Common problems" by Toronto Sick Kids Hospital, c2017.
Responsibility
IWK General Surgery (Pediatrics, Halifax, NS)
Pamphlet Number
PL-1231
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IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics). Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-1232
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Silver nitrate can be used to help remove granulation tissue around your child's stoma. Learn more about silver nitrate and how to apply it to your child.
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Corporate Author
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
Alternate Title
Using silver nitrate to treat granulation tissue
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Enteral Nutrition
Home Nursing
Intubation, Gastrointestinal
Subjects (LCSH)
Enteral feeding of children
Home nursing
Tube feeding--Complications
Abstract
Silver nitrate can be used to help remove granulation tissue around your child's stoma. Learn more about silver nitrate and how to apply it to your child.
Notes
Adapted with permission from "Nasogastric (NG) tube feeding: Common problems" by Toronto Sick Kids Hospital, c2017.
Responsibility
IWK General Surgery (Pediatrics, Halifax, NS)
Pamphlet Number
PL-1232
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Hernia or Hydrocele Repair

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37647
IWK. Urology, IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics), IWK. Plastic Surgery. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0043
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Post-operative information such as activity restrictions, pain relief, and bathing.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Urology
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
IWK. Plastic Surgery
Alternate Title
Post-operative Instructions
A Guide for Parents
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Hernia - surgery
Postoperative Care
Testicular Hydrocele - surgery
Subjects (LCSH)
Hernia--Surgery
Hydrocele--Surgery
Postoperative care
Abstract
Post-operative information such as activity restrictions, pain relief, and bathing.
Responsibility
IWK General Surgery (Pediatrics, Halifax, NS)
Pamphlet Number
PL-0043
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[In French] Prévention des lésions cutanées et des plaies de pression

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37697
IWK. Gastroenterology, Nutrition & Paediatric Health Psychology Team, IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics). Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2019.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0152-Fr
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In French. Une plaie de pression est une lésion de la peau et des tissus mous sous-jacents habituellement localisée sur une protubérance osseuse ou à l’endroit où est installé un appareil médical ou autre. La peau peut sembler intacte ou il peut s’agir d’une plaie ouverte. La lésion survient à la suite d’une pression intense ou prolongée ou d’une pression combinée à un cisaillement. / Care of the skin, information on how to prevent bed/chair sores.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Gastroenterology, Nutrition & Paediatric Health Psychology Team
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
Alternate Title
Preventing skin breakdown and pressure ulcers
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2019
Format
Pamphlet
Language
French
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Pressure Ulcer - prevention & control
Skin care
Subjects (LCSH)
Bedsores--Prevention
Skin--Care and hygiene
Abstract
In French. Une plaie de pression est une lésion de la peau et des tissus mous sous-jacents habituellement localisée sur une protubérance osseuse ou à l’endroit où est installé un appareil médical ou autre. La peau peut sembler intacte ou il peut s’agir d’une plaie ouverte. La lésion survient à la suite d’une pression intense ou prolongée ou d’une pression combinée à un cisaillement. / Care of the skin, information on how to prevent bed/chair sores.
Responsibility
IWK Gastroenterology, Nutrition & Paediatric Health Psychology Team, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0152-Fr
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Ingrown Toenail Excision

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37687
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics), IWK. Plastic Surgery, IWK. Cleft Palate Team. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0175-A-Yanchar
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Information on activity, pain control, care, and follow-up.
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Corporate Author
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
IWK. Plastic Surgery
IWK. Cleft Palate Team
Alternate Title
Post-operative Instructions
A Guide for Parents
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Nails, Ingrown - surgery
Postoperative Care
Subjects (LCSH)
Nails, Ingrowing--Surgery
Postoperative care
Abstract
Information on activity, pain control, care, and follow-up.
Notes
The French version of this pamphlet is also available.
Responsibility
IWK General Surgery (Pediatrics, Halifax, NS)
Pamphlet Number
PL-0175-A-Yanchar
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Instructions following cleft lip surgery

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37688
IWK. Cleft Palate Team, IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics), IWK. Plastic Surgery. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0179
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Instructions following cleft lip surgery.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Cleft Palate Team
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
IWK. Plastic Surgery
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Cleft Lip - surgery
Postoperative Care
Subjects (LCSH)
Cleft lip--Surgery
Postoperative care
Abstract
Instructions following cleft lip surgery.
Responsibility
IWK Cleft Palate Team, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0179
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Instructions following Cleft Palate Surgery

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37689
IWK. Cleft Palate Team, IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics), IWK. Plastic Surgery. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0177
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Instructions following cleft palate surgery.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Cleft Palate Team
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
IWK. Plastic Surgery
Alternate Title
Dr. J.C. Doucet
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Cleft Palate - surgery
Postoperative Care
Subjects (LCSH)
Cleft palate--Surgery
Postoperative care
Abstract
Instructions following cleft palate surgery.
Responsibility
IWK Cleft Palate Team, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0177
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Liver or Splenic Injury

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38030
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics). Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-1221
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Liver or Splenic Injury can potentially occur after blunt or penetrating trauma to the abdominal area. It takes time for the liver or spleen to heal and so activity restriction is necessary to prevent re-injury.
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Corporate Author
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Liver - injuries
Spleen - injuries
Subjects (LCSH)
Liver--Wounds and injuries
Spleen--Wounds and injuries
Abstract
Liver or Splenic Injury can potentially occur after blunt or penetrating trauma to the abdominal area. It takes time for the liver or spleen to heal and so activity restriction is necessary to prevent re-injury.
Responsibility
IWK General Surgery (Pediatrics, Halifax, NS)
Pamphlet Number
PL-1221
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Orchidopexy for Undescended Testicles

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37645
IWK. Urology, IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics). Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0038
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Post-operative care after surgery, such as activity restrictions and pain relief.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Urology
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
Alternate Title
Post-operative Instructions
A Guide for Parents
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Cryptorchidism - surgery
Postoperative Care
Subjects (LCSH)
Cryptorchism--Surgery
Postoperative care
Abstract
Post-operative care after surgery, such as activity restrictions and pain relief.
Responsibility
IWK General Surgery (Pediatrics, Halifax, NS)
Pamphlet Number
PL-0038
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Ostomy Discharge Information

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37866
IWK. Gastroenterology, Nutrition & Paediatric Health Psychology Team, IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics), IWK. Shared Clinics. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2019.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0893
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Tips on care/supplies/procedure for care of ostomy equipment.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Gastroenterology, Nutrition & Paediatric Health Psychology Team
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
IWK. Shared Clinics
Alternate Title
Ileostomy, Colostomy and Urostomy
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2019
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Colostomy
Ileostomy
Self Care
Ureterostomy
Subjects (LCSH)
Colostomy
Ileostomy
Self-care, Health
Ureters--Surgery
Abstract
Tips on care/supplies/procedure for care of ostomy equipment.
Responsibility
IWK Gastroenterology, Nutrition & Paediatric Health Psychology Team, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0893
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Preventing Skin Breakdown and Pressure Ulcers

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37680
IWK. Gastroenterology, Nutrition & Paediatric Health Psychology Team, IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics). Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2019.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0152
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Care of the skin
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Corporate Author
IWK. Gastroenterology, Nutrition & Paediatric Health Psychology Team
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2019
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Pressure Ulcer - prevention & control
Skin care
Subjects (LCSH)
Bedsores--Prevention
Skin--Care and hygiene
Abstract
Care of the skin
Responsibility
IWK Gastroenterology, Nutrition & Paediatric Health Psychology Team, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0152
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Umbilical Hernia and Epigastric Hernia

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37644
IWK. Urology, IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics), IWK. Plastic Surgery. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2020.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0037
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Information on umbilical hernias, including when surgery may be done, and care afterwards.
Available Online
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Corporate Author
IWK. Urology
IWK. General Surgery (Pediatrics)
IWK. Plastic Surgery
Alternate Title
Post-operative Instructions
A Guide for Parents
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2020
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Hernia, Abdominal
Hernia, Umbilical
Subjects (LCSH)
Internal abdominal hernia
Navel--Hernia
Abstract
Information on umbilical hernias, including when surgery may be done, and care afterwards.
Responsibility
IWK General Surgery (Pediatrics, Halifax, NS)
Pamphlet Number
PL-0037
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