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
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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.
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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
Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36606
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Kidney Transplant Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1999
- Available Online
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The cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus found in people of all ages. People who have had a kidney transplant and are taking immunosuppressive medications are at risk. The pamphlet outlines the symptoms, how the virus is diagnosed, and how it is treated.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Kidney Transplant Clinic
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2019
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([1] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Cytomegalovirus
- Kidney Transplantation - adverse effects
- Immunosuppressive Agents - adverse effects
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Medications
- Abstract
- The cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus found in people of all ages. People who have had a kidney transplant and are taking immunosuppressive medications are at risk. The pamphlet outlines the symptoms, how the virus is diagnosed, and how it is treated.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Kidney Transplant Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 1999
Polyoma virus and BK virus
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35425
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Kidney Transplant Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1510
- Available Online
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BK virus is a part of the polyoma virus family. About 80% of people carry the virus. People usually get this virus as children. It can stay inactive in your body without causing harm for many years. It can become active if you are immunocompromised (your immune system is weak). People who have had a kidney transplant and are taking immunosuppressive medications (medications that suppress [lower] your immune system) are at risk of infection from the virus. This pamphlet explains the symptoms of …
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Kidney Transplant Clinic
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Polyomavirus
- BK Virus
- Kidney Transplantation - adverse effects
- Immunosuppressive Agents - adverse effects
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Polyomaviruses
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Immunosuppressive agents
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Medications
- Abstract
- BK virus is a part of the polyoma virus family. About 80% of people carry the virus. People usually get this virus as children. It can stay inactive in your body without causing harm for many years. It can become active if you are immunocompromised (your immune system is weak). People who have had a kidney transplant and are taking immunosuppressive medications (medications that suppress [lower] your immune system) are at risk of infection from the virus. This pamphlet explains the symptoms of BK virus, how BK virus is diagnosed, and how it is treated.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Kidney Transplant Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 1510
Day surgery peritoneal dialysis catheter insertion
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35158
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Renal Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1226
- Available Online
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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.
- 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
- 2019
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (18 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hospital admission
- Peritoneal dialysis
- Kidney Diseases - surgery
- Preoperative Care
- Postoperative Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Peritoneal access
- Peritoneal dialysis
- Preoperative care
- Postoperative care
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Hematology
- Abstract
- 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.
- Responsibility
- prepared by: NSHA Renal Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1226
