Gastroscopy : VG Site
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34159
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. GI Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0040
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
A gastroscopy is a test of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. This pamphlet describes possible risks, getting ready for the test, how it is done, and care after the test. The French version of this pamphlet 1504, "Gastroscopie", is also available. The Arabic version of this pamphlet, 1477, is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. GI Unit
- Alternate Title
- Gastroscopy : Victoria General Site
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Gastroscopy
- Gastrointestinal Diseases - diagnosis
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Gastroscopy
- Gastrointestinal system--Diseases--Diagnosis
- Abstract
- A gastroscopy is a test of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. This pamphlet describes possible risks, getting ready for the test, how it is done, and care after the test. The French version of this pamphlet 1504, "Gastroscopie", is also available. The Arabic version of this pamphlet, 1477, is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: GI Unit, VG Site, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 0040
ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangio-pancreatography) : VG Site
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34166
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. GI Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0038
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
An ERCP is a test to look at your common bile duct, gallbladder, and pancreatic duct. This pamphlet describes risks, getting ready for the test, how it is done, and care after the test. The French version of this pamphlet 1503, "CPRE (Cholangiopancréatographie rétrograde endoscopique)", is also available. The Arabic version of this pamphlet, 1476, is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. GI Unit
- Alternate Title
- ERCP : Victoria General Site
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde
- Diagnostic Techniques, Digestive System
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
- Digestive organs--Diseases--Diagnosis
- Abstract
- An ERCP is a test to look at your common bile duct, gallbladder, and pancreatic duct. This pamphlet describes risks, getting ready for the test, how it is done, and care after the test. The French version of this pamphlet 1503, "CPRE (Cholangiopancréatographie rétrograde endoscopique)", is also available. The Arabic version of this pamphlet, 1476, is also available.
- Notes
- Previous title: (ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography)
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: GI Unit, VG Site, QE II
- Pamphlet Number
- 0038
Hydrocortisone injection
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34309
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Victoria General Site. Endocrinology Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0222
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet lists the supplies you will need, and the steps to prepare and give yourself an injection of hydrocortisone.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- 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)
- Injections
- Hydrocortisone - therapeutic use
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hydrocortisone
- Injections
- Specialty
- Endocrine System
- Abstract
- This pamphlet lists the supplies you will need, and the steps to prepare and give yourself an injection of hydrocortisone.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Endocrinology Clinic, VG site, QE II
- Pamphlet Number
- 0222
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) - QE II
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34681
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Halifax Infirmary. Department of Neurosurgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0060
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is used to help treat conditions like movement disorders and neurological (brain) disorders. This pamphlet explains whether DBS may be right for you, the 3 steps of DBS surgery, what to expect after your surgery, and symptoms that need medical attention right away.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Alternate Title
- DBS
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (10 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Brain stimulation
- Movement disorders
- Parkinson's disease
- Specialty
- Nervous System
- Abstract
- Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is used to help treat conditions like movement disorders and neurological (brain) disorders. This pamphlet explains whether DBS may be right for you, the 3 steps of DBS surgery, what to expect after your surgery, and symptoms that need medical attention right away.
- Notes
- Deep brain stimulation (DBS)
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Department of Neurosurgery, HI, QE II
- Pamphlet Number
- 0060
Central diabetes insipidus (DI)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34833
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Endocrinology.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1096
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Central diabetes insipidus (also called diabetes insipidus or DI) is a condition that causes the water in your body to be out of balance. This pamphlet explains the causes and symptoms of DI, and how DI is diagnosed and treated.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Endocrinology
- 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)
- Diabetes Insipidus
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Diabetes
- Specialty
- Endocrine System
- Abstract
- Central diabetes insipidus (also called diabetes insipidus or DI) is a condition that causes the water in your body to be out of balance. This pamphlet explains the causes and symptoms of DI, and how DI is diagnosed and treated.
- Notes
- Previous title: Central diabetes insipidus
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Endocrinology
- Pamphlet Number
- 1096
Pulmonary Artery Hypertension (PAH) Program : Halifax Infirmary, QE II
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34865
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1103
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Pulmonary hypertension causes high blood pressure (hypertension) in the blood vessels that connect your heart and lungs (pulmonary arteries). PAH is pulmonary hypertension that is caused by a progressive (gets worse over time) disease. This pamphlet explains what causes PAH, why you have been referred to the PAH Program, how the PAH Program will help you, and how PAH is treated.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Alternate Title
- PAH Program
- 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 (LCSH)
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Cardiovascular system--Diseases--Diagnosis
- Abstract
- Pulmonary hypertension causes high blood pressure (hypertension) in the blood vessels that connect your heart and lungs (pulmonary arteries). PAH is pulmonary hypertension that is caused by a progressive (gets worse over time) disease. This pamphlet explains what causes PAH, why you have been referred to the PAH Program, how the PAH Program will help you, and how PAH is treated.
- Notes
- previous title: Pulmonary Artery Hypertension (PAH) Program
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1103
Ventricular assist devices (VADs)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34893
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cardiovascular Surgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0931
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
A VAD acts like the heart’s ventricle by pumping blood throughout the body. This pamphlet describes the types of VADs, what will happen during surgery, risks, and what to expect after. The French version of this pamphlet 1853, "Dispositifs d’assistance ventriculaire (DAV)", is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cardiovascular Surgery
- Alternate Title
- VAD
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Heart-Assist Devices
- Heart Failure - surgery
- Heart, Artificial
- Heart Diseases - surgery
- Postoperative Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Heart, Artificial
- Heart failure
- Heart--Surgery
- Heart--Diseases--Treatment
- Postoperative care
- Specialty
- Cardiovascular system
- Surgery
- Abstract
- A VAD acts like the heart’s ventricle by pumping blood throughout the body. This pamphlet describes the types of VADs, what will happen during surgery, risks, and what to expect after. The French version of this pamphlet 1853, "Dispositifs d’assistance ventriculaire (DAV)", is also available.
- Notes
- Previous title: Ventricular assist devices (VAD)
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Ventricular Assist Device Coordinator, QE II
- Pamphlet Number
- 0931
Echocardiogram
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35155
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Cardiac Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1214
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
An echocardiogram is a test to measure the size, shape, movement, and flow of blood through the heart. This pamphlet reviews how to get ready for the test, who will do the test, what will happen during and after the test, and how long it will take. The French version of this pamphlet 1744, "Échocardiogramme", is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Cardiac Services
- 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)
- Echocardiography
- Heart - diagnostic imaging
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Echocardiography
- Heart--Imaging
- Specialty
- Cardiovascular System
- Abstract
- An echocardiogram is a test to measure the size, shape, movement, and flow of blood through the heart. This pamphlet reviews how to get ready for the test, who will do the test, what will happen during and after the test, and how long it will take. The French version of this pamphlet 1744, "Échocardiogramme", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Cardiac Services, QE II
- Pamphlet Number
- 1214
Food sources of magnesium
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35167
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nutrition and Food Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0128
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Your body needs magnesium to keep your bones, muscles, and nervous system healthy. Magnesium can also help keep your blood pressure under control. This pamphlet lists how much magnesium you need, as well as foods high in magnesium.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- 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 ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Magnesium Deficiency - diet therapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Magnesium deficiency diseases
- Abstract
- Your body needs magnesium to keep your bones, muscles, and nervous system healthy. Magnesium can also help keep your blood pressure under control. This pamphlet lists how much magnesium you need, as well as foods high in magnesium.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nutrition and Food Services
- Pamphlet Number
- 0128
Capsule endoscopy : VG Site
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35175
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Endoscopy Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1300
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Capsule endoscopy is a test to look at your small intestine. This pamphlet describes risks, how to get ready for the test, how the test is done, and care after the test. The French version of this pamphlet 1854, "Endoscopie par capsule", is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Endoscopy Unit
- Alternate Title
- Capsule endoscopy : Victoria General Site
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Capsule Endoscopes
- Diagnostic Techniques, Digestive System
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Capsule endoscopy
- Digestive organs--Diseases--Diagnosis
- Specialty
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Abstract
- Capsule endoscopy is a test to look at your small intestine. This pamphlet describes risks, how to get ready for the test, how the test is done, and care after the test. The French version of this pamphlet 1854, "Endoscopie par capsule", is also available.
- Notes
- Previous title: Capsule endoscopy
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Endoscopy Unit, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 1300
CPRE (Cholangiopancréatographie rétrograde endoscopique)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35421
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. GI Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1503
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
La CPRE est un test qui permet d’examiner le canal cholédoque, la vésicule biliaire et le conduit pancréatique. Cette brochure décrit les risques, la préparation à l’examen, la façon dont il est effectué et les soins qui suivent l'examen. ; This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0038, "ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography)". An ERCP is a test to look at your common bile duct, gallbladder, and pancreatic duct. This pamphlet describes risks, getting ready for the tes…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. GI Unit
- Alternate Title
- ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography)
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde
- Diagnostic Techniques, Digestive System
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
- Digestive organs--Diseases--Diagnosis
- Abstract
- La CPRE est un test qui permet d’examiner le canal cholédoque, la vésicule biliaire et le conduit pancréatique. Cette brochure décrit les risques, la préparation à l’examen, la façon dont il est effectué et les soins qui suivent l'examen.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0038, "ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography)". An ERCP is a test to look at your common bile duct, gallbladder, and pancreatic duct. This pamphlet describes risks, getting ready for the test, how it is done, and care after the test.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: GI Unit, VG Site, QE II
- Pamphlet Number
- 1503
Spinal cord stimulation : QE II
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35613
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Halifax Infirmary. Department of Neurosurgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0058
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet gives information about a method of pain control called spinal cord stimulation. It explains the 3 steps of spinal cord stimulation, what to expect before and after your surgery, care at home, and signs of infection.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (13 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Spinal Cord Stimulation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Spinal cord--Surgery
- Specialty
- Nervous System
- Abstract
- This pamphlet gives information about a method of pain control called spinal cord stimulation. It explains the 3 steps of spinal cord stimulation, what to expect before and after your surgery, care at home, and signs of infection.
- Notes
- Previous title: Spinal Cord Stimulation
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Department of Neurosurgery, HI, QE II
- Pamphlet Number
- 0058
PEG (percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy) button
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35912
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. VG Site. Endoscopy Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1186
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
A PEG button is a type of feeding tube that takes the place of your PEG tube. This pamphlet explains how to use and care for a PEG button.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. VG Site. Endoscopy Unit
- Alternate Title
- PEG button
- 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)
- Gastrostomy
- Enteral nutrition - methods
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy
- Enteral feeding
- Tube feeding
- Specialty
- Digestive System
- Abstract
- A PEG button is a type of feeding tube that takes the place of your PEG tube. This pamphlet explains how to use and care for a PEG button.
- Notes
- Previous title: PEG button (percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy)
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Endoscopy Unit, VG Site, QE II
- Pamphlet Number
- 1186
Negative pressure wound therapy : a portable system for advanced wound healing
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35942
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Interprofessional Practice and Learning Wound Prevention and Management Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1221
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Negative pressure wound therapy is a machine that uses controlled negative pressure (like a vacuum) to help heal wounds. This pamphlet answers common questions about using this therapy.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Interprofessional Practice and Learning Wound Prevention and Management Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.): digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Negative-Pressure Wound Therapy
- Wound Closure Techniques
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Wound healing
- Specialty
- Muscoskeletal System
- Abstract
- Negative pressure wound therapy is a machine that uses controlled negative pressure (like a vacuum) to help heal wounds. This pamphlet answers common questions about using this therapy.
- Notes
- previous title: Negative pressure wound closure therapy : a portable system for advanced wound healing
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Interprofessional Practice and Learning Wound Prevention and Management Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1221
Diabetes Centres : Digby Diabetes Centre, Shelburne Diabetes Centre, Yarmouth Regional Hospital
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36549
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Diabetes Centres. Western Zone.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1982
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
If you or your loved one has been diagnosed with diabetes (type 1 or 2) or gestational (during pregnancy) diabetes, a diabetes centre can help you. This pamphlet answers common questions about the diabetes centres in some Western Zone locations.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Diabetes Centres. Western Zone
- 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
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Diabetes Insipidus
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Diabetes
- Specialty
- Endocrine System
- Abstract
- If you or your loved one has been diagnosed with diabetes (type 1 or 2) or gestational (during pregnancy) diabetes, a diabetes centre can help you. This pamphlet answers common questions about the diabetes centres in some Western Zone locations.
- Notes
- Previous title: Diabetes Centre : Digby General Hospital, Roseway Hospital, Yarmouth Regional Hospital
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Diabetes Centres, Western Zone
- Pamphlet Number
- 1982
Noona helps connect you with your cancer care team during your cancer treatment
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38183
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4048
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Noona® is an online system that helps you connect with your cancer care team. You can use it to see your upcoming appointments, report your symptoms and tell us information about your wellbeing. This pamphlet explains how to use Noona®.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Appointments and Schedules
- Neoplasms
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Patients--Care
- Medical appointments and schedules
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- Noona® is an online system that helps you connect with your cancer care team. You can use it to see your upcoming appointments, report your symptoms and tell us information about your wellbeing. This pamphlet explains how to use Noona®.
- Notes
- Previous title: Noona helps connect you with your care team during your radiation therapy cancer treatment
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4048
Negative pressure wound therapy : PICO single use system
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38267
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Interprofessional Practice and Learning Wound Prevention and Management Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1577
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Negative pressure wound therapy is a machine that uses controlled negative pressure (like a vacuum) to help heal wounds using a PICO dressing. This pamphlet answers common questions about using this therapy.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Interprofessional Practice and Learning Wound Prevention and Management Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (11 p.): digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Negative-Pressure Wound Therapy
- Wound Closure Techniques
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Wound healing
- Specialty
- Muscoskeletal System
- Abstract
- Negative pressure wound therapy is a machine that uses controlled negative pressure (like a vacuum) to help heal wounds using a PICO dressing. This pamphlet answers common questions about using this therapy.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Interprofessional Practice and Learning Wound Prevention and Management Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1577
Cyclosporine for glomerulonephritis
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38298
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Renal Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2418
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Cyclosporine is a medication that works by lowering your body’s harmful response to immune system diseases like glomerulonephritis. This pamphlet explains how to take this medication, possible side effects, and how to store this medication.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- 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 (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Cyclosporine
- Glomerulonephritis
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Immunosuppressive agents
- Kidneys--Diseases--Treatment
- Abstract
- Cyclosporine is a medication that works by lowering your body’s harmful response to immune system diseases like glomerulonephritis. This pamphlet explains how to take this medication, possible side effects, and how to store this medication.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Renal Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2418
Prednisone for glomerulonephritis
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38299
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Renal Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2419
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Prednisone is a type of medication known as a corticosteroid. It works by lowering your body’s harmful response to immune system diseases like glomerulonephritis. This pamphlet explains how to take this medication, possible side effects, and how to store this medication.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- 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 (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Prednisone
- Glomerulonephritis
- Adrenal Cortex Hormones - therapeutic use
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Adrenocortical hormones
- Kidneys--Diseases--Treatment
- Abstract
- Prednisone is a type of medication known as a corticosteroid. It works by lowering your body’s harmful response to immune system diseases like glomerulonephritis. This pamphlet explains how to take this medication, possible side effects, and how to store this medication.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Renal Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2419
Mycophenolate for glomerulonephritis
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38300
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Renal Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2420
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Mycophenolate mofetil or mycophenolic acid is a medication that works by lowering your body’s harmful response to immune system diseases like glomerulonephritis. This pamphlet explains how to take this medication, possible side effects, and how to store this medication.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- 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 (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Mycophenolic Acid
- Glomerulonephritis
- Immunosuppressive Agents
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Immunosuppressive agents
- Kidneys--Diseases--Treatment
- Abstract
- Mycophenolate mofetil or mycophenolic acid is a medication that works by lowering your body’s harmful response to immune system diseases like glomerulonephritis. This pamphlet explains how to take this medication, possible side effects, and how to store this medication.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Renal Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2420
