Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Diagnostic Imaging, Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Department of Nephrology.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0229
- Available Online
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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.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Diagnostic Imaging
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Department of Nephrology
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Specialty
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- 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.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Diagnostic Imaging and Department of Nephrology
- Pamphlet Number
- 0229
Managing fluid intake
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35130
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nutrition and Food Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0127
- Available Online
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Our bodies need fluid to work properly. The kidneys, liver, and heart work to keep fluids in balance. Sometimes, fluid builds up in our bodies. With some medical conditions, you may need to limit your fluid intake. This pamphlet lists signs that fluid may be building up in your body and tips for managing your fluid intake.
- 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
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Edema - prevention & control
- Kidney Diseases - diet therapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Edema
- Kidneys--Diseases--Nutritional aspects
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Food and nutrition
- Abstract
- Our bodies need fluid to work properly. The kidneys, liver, and heart work to keep fluids in balance. Sometimes, fluid builds up in our bodies. With some medical conditions, you may need to limit your fluid intake. This pamphlet lists signs that fluid may be building up in your body and tips for managing your fluid intake.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nutrition and Food Services
- Pamphlet Number
- 0127
Treatment of high potassium with Kayexalate powder in hemodialysis
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35337
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Renal Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1445
- Available Online
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Kayexalate® is a medication that treats high potassium levels in the body. High potassium levels can be dangerous if you have kidney disease. This pamphlet explains why you may need this medication, how to take it, side effects, and how to store it.
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Renal Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (4 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Renal Dialysis
- Polystyrene sulfonic acid
- Hyperkalemia
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Drugs
- Low-potassium diet
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Medications
- Abstract
- Kayexalate® is a medication that treats high potassium levels in the body. High potassium levels can be dangerous if you have kidney disease. This pamphlet explains why you may need this medication, how to take it, side effects, and how to store it.
- Notes
- Previous title: Treatment of high potassium with Kayexalate powder in hemodialysis patients
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Renal Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1445
Living kidney donor discharge instructions
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38285
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Urology, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi Organ Transplant Program, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nephrology.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2407
- Available Online
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This pamphlet gives information on how to heal and stay healthy after your kidney donation surgery. Topics include incision (cut) care, activity, feelings after surgery, medications, Post Donation Program, and symptoms that require a trip to the Emergency Department.
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Urology
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi Organ Transplant Program
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nephrology
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Transplant Donors
- Kidney transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Transplantation of organs, tissues, etc
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- This pamphlet gives information on how to heal and stay healthy after your kidney donation surgery. Topics include incision (cut) care, activity, feelings after surgery, medications, Post Donation Program, and symptoms that require a trip to the Emergency Department.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Urology/Multi Organ Transplant Program/Nephrology
- Pamphlet Number
- 2407
