After hand surgery
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38275
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Same Day Surgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2018.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0588
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After your hand surgery, you will need to learn how to care for your incision. A list of things to watch is given in case you have any problems.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Same Day Surgery
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2018
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hand - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hand--Surgery
- Specialty
- Surgery
- Abstract
- After your hand surgery, you will need to learn how to care for your incision. A list of things to watch is given in case you have any problems.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Same Day Surgery, H.I. site
- Pamphlet Number
- 0588
Cataract surgery
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36516
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Ophthalmology, Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Same Day Surgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0135
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A cataract is a clouding of the lens of your eye. Cataracts can be removed easily with surgery. The surgeon will make a small incision (cut) in the front of your eye. They will remove the cataract. They will then place a clear, plastic lens in your eye behind your pupil. The pamphlet explains the possible risks of cataract surgery, what will happen on the day of surgery, discharge instructions, care at home, and how to use eye drops. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is included. T…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Ophthalmology
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Same Day Surgery
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Cataract Extraction
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cataract--Surgery
- Specialty
- Ophthalmology
- Abstract
- A cataract is a clouding of the lens of your eye. Cataracts can be removed easily with surgery. The surgeon will make a small incision (cut) in the front of your eye. They will remove the cataract. They will then place a clear, plastic lens in your eye behind your pupil. The pamphlet explains the possible risks of cataract surgery, what will happen on the day of surgery, discharge instructions, care at home, and how to use eye drops. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is included. The French translation of this pamphlet 2062, "Opération de la cataracte" is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Ophthalmology and Same Day Surgery, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 0135
Hernia repair
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36697
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Same Day Surgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0079
- Available Online
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This pamphlet is about hernia surgeries. A hernia forms when an outer wall ruptures (breaks open) or tears, letting organs such as a loop of bowel or tissue fall through the opening. Different types of hernia surgery are described. An explanation of how your hernia is repaired is provided. Some after surgery topics include care of the incision, physical activity, controlling discomfort, and meals. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is given. The French version of this pamphlet 2182,…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Same Day Surgery
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hernia
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hernia--Surgery
- Abstract
- This pamphlet is about hernia surgeries. A hernia forms when an outer wall ruptures (breaks open) or tears, letting organs such as a loop of bowel or tissue fall through the opening. Different types of hernia surgery are described. An explanation of how your hernia is repaired is provided. Some after surgery topics include care of the incision, physical activity, controlling discomfort, and meals. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is given. The French version of this pamphlet 2182, "Réparation des hernies," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: NSHA Same Day Surgery staff
- Pamphlet Number
- 0079
Planification de votre séjour à l'hôpital après une chirurgie
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34898
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Same Day Surgery Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1118
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Cette brochure préparée par le centre hospitalier QEII, régie de la santé de la Nouvelle-Écosse, offre des renseignements sur les soins avant et après la chirurgie. Les sujets touchés sont les suivants: la confirmation de l'heure de la chirurgie, l'anesthésie, la santé et l'hygiène, les médicaments, les aliments et les boissons, les retards et les objets de valeur. Après la chirurgie, les sujets touchés sont les suivants: salle de récupération, unité des soins, contrôle de l'inconfort, exercice…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Same Day Surgery Unit
- Alternate Title
- Planning for your hospital stay after surgery
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2019
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (18 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Preoperative Care
- Postoperative Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Preoperative care
- Postoperative care
- Abstract
- Cette brochure préparée par le centre hospitalier QEII, régie de la santé de la Nouvelle-Écosse, offre des renseignements sur les soins avant et après la chirurgie. Les sujets touchés sont les suivants: la confirmation de l'heure de la chirurgie, l'anesthésie, la santé et l'hygiène, les médicaments, les aliments et les boissons, les retards et les objets de valeur. Après la chirurgie, les sujets touchés sont les suivants: salle de récupération, unité des soins, contrôle de l'inconfort, exercices de respiration profonde et toux, exercices pour les pieds et les jambes, nutrition et heures de visite. Des directives pour les types précis de chirurgie vous seront fournies.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 1395, “Planning for Your Hospital Stay after Surgery". This pamphlet provides information about your care before and after surgery. Topics about preparing for surgery include: confirming the time of surgery, anesthetic, health and hygiene, medicines, smoking, food and drink, delays, and valuables. After surgery we have described: recovery area, nursing unit, control of discomfort, deep breathing and coughing exercises, feet and leg exercises, nutrition, and visiting hours. Instructions for specific types of surgery will be discussed with you.
- Notes
- Previous title: Admission pour chirurgie d'un jour
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Same Day Surgery Units (VG & HI sites)
- Pamphlet Number
- 1118
Réparation des hernies
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37472
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Same Day Surgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2182
- Available Online
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Ce dépliant traite des opérations faites pour réparer une hernie. Une hernie se forme lorsqu'une paroi extérieure se rompt (s'ouvre) ou se déchire, laissant passer par l'ouverture des organes comme une anse intestinale ou des tissus. Différents types d'opérations de réparation des hernies sont décrits. On explique comment votre hernie est réparée. Les soins de l'incision après l’opération, l'activité physique, le contrôle de l'inconfort et les repas comptent parmi les sujets traités. On fournit…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Same Day Surgery
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hernia
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hernia--Surgery
- Abstract
- Ce dépliant traite des opérations faites pour réparer une hernie. Une hernie se forme lorsqu'une paroi extérieure se rompt (s'ouvre) ou se déchire, laissant passer par l'ouverture des organes comme une anse intestinale ou des tissus. Différents types d'opérations de réparation des hernies sont décrits. On explique comment votre hernie est réparée. Les soins de l'incision après l’opération, l'activité physique, le contrôle de l'inconfort et les repas comptent parmi les sujets traités. On fournit aussi une liste des symptômes qui exigent des soins médicaux.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of "Hernia Repair" pamphlet 0079. This pamphlet is about hernia surgeries. A hernia forms when an outer wall ruptures (breaks open) or tears, letting organs such as a loop of bowel or tissue fall through the opening. Different types of hernia surgery are described. An explanation of how your hernia is repaired is provided. Some after surgery topics include care of the incision, physical activity, controlling discomfort, and meals. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is given.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: NSHA Same Day Surgery staff
- Pamphlet Number
- 2182
