Diagnostic ultrasound
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34323
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Diagnostic Imaging.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0068
- Available Online
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An ultrasound is a safe, painless test used to view the organs inside your body. It is also called a sonogram. An ultrasound uses high frequency sound waves that cannot be heard. The preparation for this test depends on which organ or area of your body is to be studied. Topics include: how an ultrasound works, how to get ready for the test, where it is done, who will do the test, what will happen, and how long it will take. The French translation of this pamphlet 1105, "Ultrasonoscopie" is als…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Diagnostic Imaging
- Alternate Title
- Sonogram
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2019
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Diagnostic Tests, Routine
- Ultrasonography
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Diagnostic ultrasonic imaging
- Specialty
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Abstract
- An ultrasound is a safe, painless test used to view the organs inside your body. It is also called a sonogram. An ultrasound uses high frequency sound waves that cannot be heard. The preparation for this test depends on which organ or area of your body is to be studied. Topics include: how an ultrasound works, how to get ready for the test, where it is done, who will do the test, what will happen, and how long it will take. The French translation of this pamphlet 1105, "Ultrasonoscopie" is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Diagnostic Imaging
- Pamphlet Number
- 0068
Ultrasonoscopie
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36545
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Diagnostic Imaging.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1105
- Available Online
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Un examen par ultrasons est un examen sans douleur et sans danger utilisé pour voir les organes à l’intérieur du corps. On parle aussi de sonogramme. Un examen par ultrasons utilise des ondes sonores à haute fréquence qui sont inaudibles. La façon de se préparer à un tel examen varie selon l’organe ou la partie du corps à examiner. Le texte porte sur la façon dont fonctionnent les ultrasons, la préparation à l’examen, l’endroit où il aura lieu, qui fera passer l’examen ainsi que le déroulement …
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Diagnostic Imaging
- Alternate Title
- Diagnostic ultrasound
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2019
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Diagnostic Tests, Routine
- Ultrasonography
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Diagnostic ultrasonic imaging
- Specialty
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Abstract
- Un examen par ultrasons est un examen sans douleur et sans danger utilisé pour voir les organes à l’intérieur du corps. On parle aussi de sonogramme. Un examen par ultrasons utilise des ondes sonores à haute fréquence qui sont inaudibles. La façon de se préparer à un tel examen varie selon l’organe ou la partie du corps à examiner. Le texte porte sur la façon dont fonctionnent les ultrasons, la préparation à l’examen, l’endroit où il aura lieu, qui fera passer l’examen ainsi que le déroulement et la durée de l’examen.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0068 “Diagnostic Ultrasound". An ultrasound is a safe, painless test used to view the organs inside your body. It is also called a sonogram. An ultrasound uses high frequency sound waves that cannot be heard. The preparation for this test depends on which organ or area of your body is to be studied. Topics include: how an ultrasound works, how to get ready for the test, where it is done, who will do the test, what will happen, and how long it will take.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Diagnostic Imaging
- Pamphlet Number
- 1105
Make the decision, share your life : cornea donation Palliative Care Service
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35257
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Palliative Care Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1150
- Available Online
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This pamphlet will help you and your family learn more about cornea donation. Palliative care patients may be able to donate their corneas. Some myths and facts about cornea donation are provided, as well as the reasons why some people may not be able to donate. Common fears and misunderstandings, what to do if you decide to change your mind, and information given to your family about your donation are outlined. Testimonials from recipients are provided. The French version of this pamphlet, 219…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Palliative Care Services
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Tissue and Organ Procurement
- Corneal Transplantation
- Palliative Care
- Specialty
- Palliative care
- Ophthalmology
- Geriatrics
- Abstract
- This pamphlet will help you and your family learn more about cornea donation. Palliative care patients may be able to donate their corneas. Some myths and facts about cornea donation are provided, as well as the reasons why some people may not be able to donate. Common fears and misunderstandings, what to do if you decide to change your mind, and information given to your family about your donation are outlined. Testimonials from recipients are provided. The French version of this pamphlet, 2195 "Croup (diphtérie laryngienne)" is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Palliative Care Services
- Reviewed by: Legacy of Life and Critical Care Organ Donation staff
- Pamphlet Number
- 1150
Grief : coping with challenges
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36747
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Legacy of Life and Critical Care Organ Donation.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0977
- Available Online
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The death of someone important to you brings many changes in your life. As you adjust and respond to these changes, you will face challenges. Please remember: you are not alone. This pamphlet includes practical suggestions about dealing with common challenges you may face when you are grieving. Topics include making decisions, financial affairs, personal effects, memories of recent events, certain rooms or places, changes in relationships, special dates and events, dreams and visitations, looki…
- Available Online
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- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Bereavement
- Grief
- Specialty
- Palliative Care
- Abstract
- The death of someone important to you brings many changes in your life. As you adjust and respond to these changes, you will face challenges. Please remember: you are not alone. This pamphlet includes practical suggestions about dealing with common challenges you may face when you are grieving. Topics include making decisions, financial affairs, personal effects, memories of recent events, certain rooms or places, changes in relationships, special dates and events, dreams and visitations, looking after your health, sleep, and eating. The French version of this pamphlet 2147, "Deuil : surmonter les difficultés", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Created by: Victoria Hospice, modified with permission. Adapted by: Legacy of Life and Critical Care Organ Donation
- Pamphlet Number
- 0977
Transplantation de tissus
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36753
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Provincial Blood Coordinating Team.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2135
- Available Online
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Ce dépliant fournit de l'information sur les transplantations de tissus. On y trouve une liste des tissus humains utilisés pour les transplantations. Vous y trouverez également de l'information sur la provenance des tissus à transplanter, sur les critères de sélection des tissus du donneur, sur ce à quoi vous attendre avant et après une transplantation de tissus et sur ce que vous devez faire en cas de problème lié à votre transplantation. ; This is a French translation of the English pamphlet …
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- Alternate Title
- Tissue transplant
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Tissue Transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Transplantation of organs, tissues, etc
- Specialty
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- Ce dépliant fournit de l'information sur les transplantations de tissus. On y trouve une liste des tissus humains utilisés pour les transplantations. Vous y trouverez également de l'information sur la provenance des tissus à transplanter, sur les critères de sélection des tissus du donneur, sur ce à quoi vous attendre avant et après une transplantation de tissus et sur ce que vous devez faire en cas de problème lié à votre transplantation.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 1733, “Tissue Transplant”. This pamphlet provides information about tissue transplants. A list of human tissues that are used for transplants is provided. Also included is information on where tissues for transplant come from, what donor tissues are screened for, the risks of tissue transplant, what to expect after tissue transplant surgery, and what to do if you have a problem related to your surgery. Information on whether you can find out more about your tissue donor and whether you can thank your donor family is included. Contact information for New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and PEI is provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Provincial Blood Coordinating Team in collaboration with the New Brunswick Organ and Tissue Program and Organ and Tissue Donation Prince Edward Island
- Pamphlet Number
- 2135
Deuil : surmonter les difficultés
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36773
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Legacy of Life and Critical Care Organ Donation.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2147
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
La mort d'un proche entraîne de nombreux changements dans votre vie. En vous adaptant et en réagissant à ces changements, vous serez confronté à des défis. Rappelez-vous que vous n’êtes pas seul. Ce dépliant contient des suggestions pratiques pour faire face aux difficultés courantes auxquelles vous pourriez faire face en période de deuil. Les sujets traités comprennent la prise de décisions, les affaires financières, les effets personnels, les souvenirs d'événements récents, certaines pièces o…
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- Alternate Title
- Grief : coping with challenges
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (10 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Bereavement
- Grief
- Specialty
- Palliative Care
- Abstract
- La mort d'un proche entraîne de nombreux changements dans votre vie. En vous adaptant et en réagissant à ces changements, vous serez confronté à des défis. Rappelez-vous que vous n’êtes pas seul. Ce dépliant contient des suggestions pratiques pour faire face aux difficultés courantes auxquelles vous pourriez faire face en période de deuil. Les sujets traités comprennent la prise de décisions, les affaires financières, les effets personnels, les souvenirs d'événements récents, certaines pièces ou certains endroits, les changements dans les relations, les dates et événements spéciaux, les rêves et manifestations de la personne décédée, votre santé, le sommeil et l'alimentation.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of "Grief: Coping with Challenges" pamphlet 0977. The death of someone important to you brings many changes in your life. As you adjust and respond to these changes, you will face challenges. Please remember: you are not alone. This pamphlet includes practical suggestions about dealing with common challenges you may face when you are grieving. Topics include making decisions, financial affairs, personal effects, memories of recent events, certain rooms or places, changes in relationships, special dates and events, dreams and visitations, looking after your health, sleep, and eating.
- Responsibility
- Created by: Victoria Hospice, modified with permission. Adapted by: Legacy of Life and Critical Care Organ Donation
- Pamphlet Number
- 2147
Faire un don de vie - don de cornées - Service des soins palliatifs
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37501
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Palliative Care Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2195
- Available Online
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Ce dépliant donne aux patients et aux familles de l’information sur le don de cornées, en particulier dans le contexte des soins palliatifs. Il passe en revue les mythes courants sur le sujet et les raisons qui peuvent empêcher une personne de donner ses cornées. Il répond aux questions et préoccupations courantes, par exemple ce qu’un donneur potentiel doit faire s’il change d’idée et l’information qu’on fournit à la famille d’un donneur. Des témoignages de personnes qui ont reçu une cornée so…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Palliative Care Services
- 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)
- Tissue and Organ Procurement
- Corneal Transplantation
- Palliative Care
- Specialty
- Palliative Care
- Ophthalmology
- Geriatrics
- Abstract
- Ce dépliant donne aux patients et aux familles de l’information sur le don de cornées, en particulier dans le contexte des soins palliatifs. Il passe en revue les mythes courants sur le sujet et les raisons qui peuvent empêcher une personne de donner ses cornées. Il répond aux questions et préoccupations courantes, par exemple ce qu’un donneur potentiel doit faire s’il change d’idée et l’information qu’on fournit à la famille d’un donneur. Des témoignages de personnes qui ont reçu une cornée sont également présentés.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of the English pamphlet 1150, "Make the Decision, Share Your Life Cornea Donation Palliative Care Service". This pamphlet will help you and your family learn more about cornea donation. Palliative care patients may be able to donate their corneas. Some myths and facts about cornea donation are provided, as well as the reasons why some people may not be able to donate. Common fears and misunderstandings, what to do if you decide to change your mind, and information given to your family about your donation are outlined. Testimonials from recipients are provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Palliative Care Services
- Reviewed by: Legacy of Life and Critical Care Organ Donation staff
- Pamphlet Number
- 2195
Organ and tissue donation
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34684
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Legacy of Life Organ Donation Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0470
- Available Online
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Organ and tissue donation can improve or save the lives of many people. A single organ donor can save up to 8 lives. Eye and tissue donors can improve the lives of up to 75 people. Topics include: who can donate, how to register, what happens if you do not register, and who can access your decision. Organs and tissues that can be donated are listed in the pamphlet. The Legacy of Life Organ Donation Program can provide more information. ; The French version of this pamphlet 2218, "Don d’organes …
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Legacy of Life Organ Donation Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Organ transplantation
- Tissue and Organ Procurement
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Donation of organs, tissues, etc.
- Specialty
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- Organ and tissue donation can improve or save the lives of many people. A single organ donor can save up to 8 lives. Eye and tissue donors can improve the lives of up to 75 people. Topics include: who can donate, how to register, what happens if you do not register, and who can access your decision. Organs and tissues that can be donated are listed in the pamphlet. The Legacy of Life Organ Donation Program can provide more information.
- The French version of this pamphlet 2218, "Don d’organes et de tissus", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Legacy of Life Organ Donation Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 0470
Don d’organes et de tissus
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37447
Nova Scotia Health. Legacy of Life Organ Donation Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2218
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Le don d’organes et de tissus peut améliorer ou sauver la vie de nombreuses personnes. Un seul donneur d’organe peut sauver jusqu’à huit vies, et une personne faisant un don oculaire et de tissus peut améliorer la vie de 75 personnes. Aspects abordés : personnes pouvant faire un don, processus d’inscription, que se passe-t-il si vous ne vous inscrivez pas et qui peut accéder à votre décision. Les organes et les tissus pouvant être donnés sont indiqués dans le dépliant. Les responsables du progr…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Legacy of Life Organ Donation Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Organ transplantation
- Tissue and Organ Procurement
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Donation of organs, tissues, etc.
- Specialty
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- Le don d’organes et de tissus peut améliorer ou sauver la vie de nombreuses personnes. Un seul donneur d’organe peut sauver jusqu’à huit vies, et une personne faisant un don oculaire et de tissus peut améliorer la vie de 75 personnes. Aspects abordés : personnes pouvant faire un don, processus d’inscription, que se passe-t-il si vous ne vous inscrivez pas et qui peut accéder à votre décision. Les organes et les tissus pouvant être donnés sont indiqués dans le dépliant. Les responsables du programme de don d’organes Legacy of Life peuvent fournir plus d’informations.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0470, "Organ and Tissue Donation". Organ and tissue donation can improve or save the lives of many people. A single organ donor can save up to 8 lives. Eye and tissue donors can improve the lives of up to 75 people. Topics include: who can donate, how to register, what happens if you do not register, and who can access your decision. Organs and tissues that can be donated are listed in the pamphlet. The Legacy of Life Organ Donation Program can provide more information.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Legacy of Life Organ Donation Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2218
After your liver transplant
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37463
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0411
- Available Online
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This guide will help you and your family learn about your care after a liver transplant. This guide will answer many of your questions about the transplant process. Members of the Multi-Organ Transplant Program Team (Transplant Team) are also available to talk with you about your concerns. Everyone is different, so you may not have or develop all of the conditions that you read about in this guide. Topics include: in the hospital, monitoring, possible complications, planning for discharge, foll…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (60 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Liver Transplantation - rehabilitation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Liver--Transplantation
- Abstract
- This guide will help you and your family learn about your care after a liver transplant. This guide will answer many of your questions about the transplant process. Members of the Multi-Organ Transplant Program Team (Transplant Team) are also available to talk with you about your concerns. Everyone is different, so you may not have or develop all of the conditions that you read about in this guide. Topics include: in the hospital, monitoring, possible complications, planning for discharge, follow-up care, taking care of yourself, and the self-medication program. This guide also includes a sample medication record. Medication information sheets are provided at the end of the guide if you have specific questions about your medications. Information about common tests (lab tests) is given. Important phone numbers are listed. The French version of this pamphlet 1124, "Après une greffe du foie", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Multi-Organ Transplant Program, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 0411
Après une greffe du foie
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37534
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1124
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Ce guide vous aidera, vous et votre famille, à en savoir plus sur ce que vous devez faire après une greffe du foie. Il répond aux nombreuses questions que vous avez sur le processus de transplantation. Si vous avez des préoccupations, vous pouvez vous adresser à l’équipe du programme de transplantation multi-organes (équipe de transplantation). Chaque personne étant différente, il est possible que certaines des situations présentées ici ne vous concernent pas. Les sujets traités sont les suivan…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Alternate Title
- After your liver transplant
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (60 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Liver Transplantation - rehabilitation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Liver--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Digestive System
- Abstract
- Ce guide vous aidera, vous et votre famille, à en savoir plus sur ce que vous devez faire après une greffe du foie. Il répond aux nombreuses questions que vous avez sur le processus de transplantation. Si vous avez des préoccupations, vous pouvez vous adresser à l’équipe du programme de transplantation multi-organes (équipe de transplantation). Chaque personne étant différente, il est possible que certaines des situations présentées ici ne vous concernent pas. Les sujets traités sont les suivants : séjour à l’hôpital, surveillance, complications possibles, préparation de la sortie de l’hôpital, soins de suivi, prise en charge personnelle et programme d’automédication. Le guide donne également un exemple de fiche de médicaments. Si vous avez des questions sur vos médicaments, veuillez consulter les fiches d’information à la fin du guide. Vous y trouverez également des informations sur les analyses et examens courants (analyses de laboratoire) ainsi que des numéros de téléphone importants.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0411, "After Your Liver Transplant". This guide will help you and your family learn about your care after a liver transplant. This guide will answer many of your questions about the transplant process. Members of the Multi-Organ Transplant Program Team (Transplant Team) are also available to talk with you about your concerns. Everyone is different, so you may not have or develop all of the conditions that you read about in this guide. Topics include: in the hospital, monitoring, possible complications, planning for discharge, follow-up care, taking care of yourself, and the self-medication program. This guide also includes a sample medication record. Medication information sheets are provided at the end of the guide if you have specific questions about your medications. Information about common tests (lab tests) is given. Important phone numbers are listed.
- Notes
- Previous title: Après une greffe de foie
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Multi-Organ Transplant Program, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 1124
Your kidney transplant
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34288
Nova Scotia Health. Multi-Organ Transplant Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0196
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Having a kidney transplant is a treatment for kidney failure. Kidney failure is also known as Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). A healthy kidney from one person (the donor) is placed (transplanted) into another person (the recipient). Treatment is usually very successful. This pamphlet explains what to expect when you have a kidney transplant. Topics include getting on the kidney transplant wait list, what to do while you wait for a kidney transplant, what to expect when you get called for a kidney…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (68 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Kidney transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- Having a kidney transplant is a treatment for kidney failure. Kidney failure is also known as Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). A healthy kidney from one person (the donor) is placed (transplanted) into another person (the recipient). Treatment is usually very successful. This pamphlet explains what to expect when you have a kidney transplant. Topics include getting on the kidney transplant wait list, what to do while you wait for a kidney transplant, what to expect when you get called for a kidney, your hospital stay, and recovery. Information about staying healthy at home and a list of resources for more information is included. The French version of this pamphlet 1127, "Votre greffe de rein," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 0196
Living with advanced liver disease
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34312
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0225
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
It can be confusing and scary to find out that you have advanced liver disease. You have been referred to a Liver Specialist at the Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre (QEII). A liver transplant is one of many treatments that may be used to treat advanced liver disease. You and the Liver Specialist will decide on the best treatment for you. This pamphlet explains where to go for your appointment, how the liver works, and how to manage your symptoms. A map of the QEII Health Sciences Centr…
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- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (7 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Liver Diseases - therapy
- Liver Diseases - prevention & control
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Liver--Diseases
- Specialty
- Digestive System
- Abstract
- It can be confusing and scary to find out that you have advanced liver disease. You have been referred to a Liver Specialist at the Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre (QEII). A liver transplant is one of many treatments that may be used to treat advanced liver disease. You and the Liver Specialist will decide on the best treatment for you. This pamphlet explains where to go for your appointment, how the liver works, and how to manage your symptoms. A map of the QEII Health Sciences Centre is also included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 0225
Writing to your anonymous living kidney donor
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37566
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program. Living Kidney Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2272
- Available Online
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The decision to write your anonymous (unknown) living kidney donor to thank them for their donation is a personal choice. The decision is yours. You do not have to write to them if you do not want to. If you would like to write to your donor, this pamphlet will give information to guide you. The pamphlet explains when you should write, what you should say, where to send your card or letter, and if you will hear back from your kidney donor. Information about Direct Contact is included.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program. Living Kidney Program
- 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)
- Kidney transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- The decision to write your anonymous (unknown) living kidney donor to thank them for their donation is a personal choice. The decision is yours. You do not have to write to them if you do not want to. If you would like to write to your donor, this pamphlet will give information to guide you. The pamphlet explains when you should write, what you should say, where to send your card or letter, and if you will hear back from your kidney donor. Information about Direct Contact is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: MOTP Living Kidney Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2272
Finding a living kidney donor
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37567
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program. Living Kidney Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2271
- Available Online
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It can be hard to reach out to possible living donors. You may feel many emotions. This is normal. This pamphlet expalins the benefits of a kidney transplant from a living donor, how to find a living donor, who you should ask to be a donor, and what will happen when a person says they may be interested in being your living kidney donor. Contact information for Atlantic Canada Living Kidney Donation Programs is provided. Resources are included.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program. Living Kidney Program
- 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)
- Kidney transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- It can be hard to reach out to possible living donors. You may feel many emotions. This is normal. This pamphlet expalins the benefits of a kidney transplant from a living donor, how to find a living donor, who you should ask to be a donor, and what will happen when a person says they may be interested in being your living kidney donor. Contact information for Atlantic Canada Living Kidney Donation Programs is provided. Resources are included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: MOTP Living Kidney Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2271
Writing to your anonymous kidney transplant recipient
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37568
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program. Living Kidney Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2273
- Available Online
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The decision to write your anonymous (unknown) kidney transplant recipient is a personal choice. The decision is yours. You do not have to write to them if you do not want to. If you would like to write to your transplant recipient, this pamphlet will give information to guide you. The pamphlet explains when you should write, what you should say, where to send your card or letter, and if you will hear back from your transplant recipient. Information about Direct Contact is included.
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program. Living Kidney Program
- 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)
- Kidney transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- The decision to write your anonymous (unknown) kidney transplant recipient is a personal choice. The decision is yours. You do not have to write to them if you do not want to. If you would like to write to your transplant recipient, this pamphlet will give information to guide you. The pamphlet explains when you should write, what you should say, where to send your card or letter, and if you will hear back from your transplant recipient. Information about Direct Contact is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: MOTP Living Kidney Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2273
Waiting for your liver transplant
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37570
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Multi-Organ Transplant Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0601
- Available Online
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This pamphlet explains what to expect while waiting for your liver transplant. Topics include your transplant assessment, team support, planning for costs, common tests, assessment results, waiting period, and research. Information about getting ready for the day a liver is donated, getting "the call", and what to expect before, during, and after surgery is provided. The French version of this pamphlet 1123, "Dans l’attente d’une greffe de foie," is also available.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (15 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Liver Transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Liver--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Digestive System
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains what to expect while waiting for your liver transplant. Topics include your transplant assessment, team support, planning for costs, common tests, assessment results, waiting period, and research. Information about getting ready for the day a liver is donated, getting "the call", and what to expect before, during, and after surgery is provided. The French version of this pamphlet 1123, "Dans l’attente d’une greffe de foie," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Multi-Organ Transplant Program, QE II
- Pamphlet Number
- 0601
Advanced liver disease : changes in your quality of life
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37589
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi Organ Transplant Program. Psychology.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2286
- Available Online
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Being diagnosed with advanced liver disease can be confusing and scary. You will need to make changes in your life and think about difficult treatment options. You and your loved ones may have many emotions during this time. For example, you may feel scared, upset, or anxious. This is normal. This pamphlet explains what quality of life is. It lists common physical, social, mental, and emotional changes that can happen when you have advanced liver disease, as well as common worries you may have.…
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- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Liver Diseases
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Liver--Diseases
- Specialty
- Digestive System
- Abstract
- Being diagnosed with advanced liver disease can be confusing and scary. You will need to make changes in your life and think about difficult treatment options. You and your loved ones may have many emotions during this time. For example, you may feel scared, upset, or anxious. This is normal. This pamphlet explains what quality of life is. It lists common physical, social, mental, and emotional changes that can happen when you have advanced liver disease, as well as common worries you may have. The pamphlet explains why and when you should get help, how to get help, what other supports are available, and what to do if you need mental health help right away.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Psychology, Multi Organ Transplant Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2286
After a liver transplant : changes in your mental health
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37611
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program. Psychology.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2297
- Available Online
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This pamphlet explains how having a liver transplant may affect your mental health. Topics include: When will my life be back to normal? Are my feelings normal? When should I get help? How do I get help? If you need mental health help right away, important phone numbers are listed.
- Available Online
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- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Liver--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Digestive System
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains how having a liver transplant may affect your mental health. Topics include: When will my life be back to normal? Are my feelings normal? When should I get help? How do I get help? If you need mental health help right away, important phone numbers are listed.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Psychology, Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2297
Votre greffe de rein
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38227
Nova Scotia Health. Multi-Organ Transplant Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1127
- Available Online
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La greffe de rein est un traitement pour l’insuffisance rénale. L’insuffisance rénale est également connue sous le nom de maladie rénale chronique (MRC) et néphropathie chronique. Un rein en bonne santé provenant d’une personne (le donneur) est transplanté (greffé) chez une autre personne (le receveur). Le traitement est généralement très efficace. Ce guide explique ce à quoi vous attendre lors d'une greffe de rein. Les sujets abordés comprennent l'inscription sur la liste d'attente pour une gr…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Alternate Title
- [Your kidney transplant]
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (68 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Kidney transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- La greffe de rein est un traitement pour l’insuffisance rénale. L’insuffisance rénale est également connue sous le nom de maladie rénale chronique (MRC) et néphropathie chronique. Un rein en bonne santé provenant d’une personne (le donneur) est transplanté (greffé) chez une autre personne (le receveur). Le traitement est généralement très efficace. Ce guide explique ce à quoi vous attendre lors d'une greffe de rein. Les sujets abordés comprennent l'inscription sur la liste d'attente pour une greffe de rein, quoi faire dans l'attente de la greffe, à quoi vous attendre lorsqu'on vous appelle pour une greffe de rein, votre hospitalisation et votre rétablissement. Vous y trouverez aussi des renseignements sur la façon de rester en bonne santé à la maison, ainsi qu'une liste de ressources pour obtenir plus d'information.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0196, "Your Kidney Transplant". Having a kidney transplant is a treatment for kidney failure. Kidney failure is also known as Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). A healthy kidney from one person (the donor) is placed (transplanted) into another person (the recipient). Treatment is usually very successful. This pamphlet explains what to expect when you have a kidney transplant. Topics include getting on the kidney transplant wait list, what to do while you wait for a kidney transplant, what to expect when you get called for a kidney, your hospital stay, and recovery. Information about staying healthy at home and a list of resources for more information is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1127
