Induction of labour and cervical ripening with oral misoprostol (prostaglandin E1) (Cytotec)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35821
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Women and Children's Health.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1771
- Available Online
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Misoprostol is a pill that contains a medication called prostaglandin E1. Prostaglandin E1 softens the cervix to get it ready for labour and to cause labour contractions. Cytotec® is the brand name of this medication. This pamphlet explains what to expect when you get misoprostol, possible complications of misoprostol, and when you should notify a member of your health care team. The French version of this pamphlet 1816, "Déclenchement artificiel du travail et maturation cervicale au moyen de c…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Women and Children's Health
- Alternate Title
- Induction of labor and cervical ripening with oral misoprostol (prostaglandin E1) (Cytotec)
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Labor, Induced
- Cervical Ripening
- Misoprostol
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Labor (Obstetrics)
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- Misoprostol is a pill that contains a medication called prostaglandin E1. Prostaglandin E1 softens the cervix to get it ready for labour and to cause labour contractions. Cytotec® is the brand name of this medication. This pamphlet explains what to expect when you get misoprostol, possible complications of misoprostol, and when you should notify a member of your health care team. The French version of this pamphlet 1816, "Déclenchement artificiel du travail et maturation cervicale au moyen de comprimés oraux de misoprostol (prostaglandine E1) (Cytotec®)", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Women and Children's Health Unit
- Pamphlet Number
- 1771
Déclenchement artificiel du travail et maturation cervicale au moyen d’une insertion vaginale de dinoprostone (Cervidil)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35879
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Women and Children's Health Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1815
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Cervidil® est un dispositif mince et plat, comme un tampon. Il contient un médicament appelé dinoprostone. La dinoprostone est comme une substance naturelle produite par votre corps. Elle assouplit le col de votre utérus pour le préparer au travail. Le présent dépliant explique à quoi vous attendre comme suite à l’utilisation d’une insertion vaginale Cervidil®, les complications possibles et quand appeler l’hôpital ou y retourner. ; This pamphlet is a French translation of "Induction of Labour …
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Women and Children's Health Unit
- Alternate Title
- Induction of labour and cervical ripening with Dinoprostone vaginal insert (Cervidil®)
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Labor, Induced
- Cervical Ripening
- Dinoprostone
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Labor (Obstetrics)
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- Cervidil® est un dispositif mince et plat, comme un tampon. Il contient un médicament appelé dinoprostone. La dinoprostone est comme une substance naturelle produite par votre corps. Elle assouplit le col de votre utérus pour le préparer au travail. Le présent dépliant explique à quoi vous attendre comme suite à l’utilisation d’une insertion vaginale Cervidil®, les complications possibles et quand appeler l’hôpital ou y retourner.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of "Induction of Labour and Cervical Ripening with Dinoprostone Vaginal Insert (Cervidil®)" pamphlet 1770. Cervidil® is a thin, flat insert, like a tampon. It contains medication called dinoprostone. Dinoprostone is like a natural substance made by your body. It softens your cervix to get it ready for labour. This pamphlet explains what to expect when you get Cervidil®, possible complications of Cervidil®, and when you should call or return to the hospital.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Women and Children's Health Unit
- Pamphlet Number
- 1815
Déclenchement artificiel du travail et maturation cervicale au moyen de comprimés oraux de misoprostol (prostaglandine E1) (Cytotec)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35880
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Women and Children's Health Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1816
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Le misoprostol est une pilule qui contient un médicament appelé prostaglandine E1. La prostaglandine E1 assouplit le col de l’utérus pour le préparer au travail et déclencher des contractions. Cytotec® est le nom de marque de ce médicament. Le présent dépliant explique à quoi s'attendre si vous prenez du misoprostol, les complications possibles et quand informer un membre de votre équipe de soins de santé. ; This pamphlet is a French translation of "Induction of Labour and Cervical Ripening wit…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Women and Children's Health Unit
- Alternate Title
- Induction of labour and cervical ripening with oral misoprostol (prostaglandin E1) (Cytotec®)
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Labor, Induced
- Cervical Ripening
- Misoprostol
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Labor (Obstetrics)
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- Le misoprostol est une pilule qui contient un médicament appelé prostaglandine E1. La prostaglandine E1 assouplit le col de l’utérus pour le préparer au travail et déclencher des contractions. Cytotec® est le nom de marque de ce médicament. Le présent dépliant explique à quoi s'attendre si vous prenez du misoprostol, les complications possibles et quand informer un membre de votre équipe de soins de santé.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of "Induction of Labour and Cervical Ripening with Oral Misoprostol (Prostaglandin E1) (Cytotec®)" pamphlet 1771. Misoprostol is a pill that contains a medication called prostaglandin E1. Prostaglandin E1 softens the cervix to get it ready for labour and to cause labour contractions. Cytotec® is the brand name of this medication. This pamphlet explains what to expect when you get misoprostol, possible complications of misoprostol, and when you should notify a member of your health care team.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Women and Children's Health Unit
- Pamphlet Number
- 1816
Medical abortion
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35888
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Choice Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1831
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet explains what a medical abortion is, who can get a medical abortion, what happens during a medical abortion, and possible risks and side effects. Instructions for taking the medication Mifegymiso to cause a medical abortion, and who to contact for further information are included. The French version of this pamphlet 1861, "Avortement par médicaments", is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Choice Clinic
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Abortion, Induced
- Pregnancy, Unwanted
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Abortion
- Pregnancy, Unwanted
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains what a medical abortion is, who can get a medical abortion, what happens during a medical abortion, and possible risks and side effects. Instructions for taking the medication Mifegymiso to cause a medical abortion, and who to contact for further information are included. The French version of this pamphlet 1861, "Avortement par médicaments", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Choice Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 1831
Procedural abortion
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35889
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Choice Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1832
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet explains what a procedural abortion is, who can get a procedural abortion, what happens during a procedural abortion, and possible risks. What to expect after you go home and who to contact for further information is included. The French version of this pamphlet 1862, "Avortement par instruments", is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Choice Clinic
- Alternate Title
- Surgical abortion
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Abortion, Induced
- Pregnancy, Unwanted
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Pregnancy, Unwanted
- Abortion
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains what a procedural abortion is, who can get a procedural abortion, what happens during a procedural abortion, and possible risks. What to expect after you go home and who to contact for further information is included. The French version of this pamphlet 1862, "Avortement par instruments", is also available.
- Notes
- Previous title: Surgical abortion
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Choice Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 1832
Avortement par médicaments
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35925
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Choice Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1861
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
La présente brochure explique ce qu’est l’avortement par médicaments, qui peut avoir un avortement par médicaments, ce qui se passe durant l’intervention et les risques et effets secondaires possibles. Vous y trouverez des instructions pour prendre le médicament Mifegymiso afin de provoquer un avortement par médicaments et les coordonnées pour obtenir plus d'information. ; This pamphlet is a French translation of "Medical Abortion" pamphlet 1831. This pamphlet explains what a medical abortion i…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Choice Clinic
- Alternate Title
- Medical abortion
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Abortion, Induced
- Pregnancy, Unwanted
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Pregnancy, Unwanted
- Abortion
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- La présente brochure explique ce qu’est l’avortement par médicaments, qui peut avoir un avortement par médicaments, ce qui se passe durant l’intervention et les risques et effets secondaires possibles. Vous y trouverez des instructions pour prendre le médicament Mifegymiso afin de provoquer un avortement par médicaments et les coordonnées pour obtenir plus d'information.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of "Medical Abortion" pamphlet 1831. This pamphlet explains what a medical abortion is, who can get a medical abortion, what happens during a medical abortion, and possible risks and side effects. Instructions for taking the medication Mifegymiso to cause a medical abortion, and who to contact for further information are included.
- Notes
- Previous title: Avortement médicamenteux
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Choice Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 1861
Avortement par instruments
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35931
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Choice Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1862
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
La présente brochure explique ce qu’est l’avortement par instruments, qui peut avoir un avortement par instruments, ce qui se passe durant l’intervention et les risques possibles. On y indique ce à quoi vous attendre après votre retour à la maison et qui contacter pour de plus amples renseignements. ; This pamphlet is a French translation of "Procedural Abortion" pamphlet 1832. This pamphlet explains what a procedural abortion is, who can get a procedural abortion, what happens during a procedu…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Choice Clinic
- Alternate Title
- Procedural abortion
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Abortion, Induced
- Pregnancy, Unwanted
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Pregnancy, Unwanted
- Abortion
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- La présente brochure explique ce qu’est l’avortement par instruments, qui peut avoir un avortement par instruments, ce qui se passe durant l’intervention et les risques possibles. On y indique ce à quoi vous attendre après votre retour à la maison et qui contacter pour de plus amples renseignements.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of "Procedural Abortion" pamphlet 1832. This pamphlet explains what a procedural abortion is, who can get a procedural abortion, what happens during a procedural abortion, and possible risks. What to expect after you go home and who to contact for further information is included.
- Notes
- Previous title: Avortement chirurgical
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Choice Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 1862
Medical abortion (Mifegymiso) instructions
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35935
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Choice Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1878
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet explains how to take the medication Mifegymiso to cause an abortion. It lists the supplies you will need, how to take the medications, and symptoms that require you to call the Nova Scotia Choice Clinic Nursing Line. Information about sex and birth control after taking Mifegymiso, and follow-up care is provided. The French version of this pamphlet 1886, "Directives pour un avortement par médicaments (Mifegymiso)," is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Choice Clinic
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Abortion, Induced
- Pregnancy, Unwanted
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Abortion
- Pregnancy, Unwanted
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains how to take the medication Mifegymiso to cause an abortion. It lists the supplies you will need, how to take the medications, and symptoms that require you to call the Nova Scotia Choice Clinic Nursing Line. Information about sex and birth control after taking Mifegymiso, and follow-up care is provided. The French version of this pamphlet 1886, "Directives pour un avortement par médicaments (Mifegymiso)," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Choice Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 1878
Après votre intervention
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36741
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Choice Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2109
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Le dépliant fournit des instructions à suivre après votre avortement, dont une liste des choses à éviter pendant 24 heures (une journée). Vous y trouverez une liste des symptômes qui exigent des soins médicaux, ainsi que de l’information sur la prévention de l’infection, le retour à la maison et les personnes à joindre si vous avez des questions. On vous propose un lien vers un questionnaire de rétroaction et les coordonnées pour obtenir du counseling gratuit. ; This pamphlet is a French transl…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Choice Clinic
- Alternate Title
- Après votre avortement
- After your procedure
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([6] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Abortion, Induced
- Pregnancy, Unwanted
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Abortion
- Pregnancy, Unwanted
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- Le dépliant fournit des instructions à suivre après votre avortement, dont une liste des choses à éviter pendant 24 heures (une journée). Vous y trouverez une liste des symptômes qui exigent des soins médicaux, ainsi que de l’information sur la prévention de l’infection, le retour à la maison et les personnes à joindre si vous avez des questions. On vous propose un lien vers un questionnaire de rétroaction et les coordonnées pour obtenir du counseling gratuit.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of "After Your Procedure" pamphlet 1509. Instructions for after your abortion are given, including a list of activities to avoid for 24 hours (1 day). A list of symptoms that require medical attention is provided. Information on preventing infection, what to expect after you go home, and who to contact if you have questions is given. A link to a feedback survey and contact information for free counselling is provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Choice Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 2109
About the Baby-Friendly Initiative and Infant Feeding Policy
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38215
Nova Scotia Health Authority. South Shore Regional Hospital. Women and Children Health Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2365
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
The Baby-Friendly Initiative (BFI) is an international program created to support parents, babies, and families by supporting families to make an informed decision about how they feed their baby, promoting practices that give parents and babies a healthy start, and protecting families from marketing pressures. All hospitals and public health units in Nova Scotia Health are working towards becoming designated as Baby-Friendly. The IWK became designated in 2019. This pamphlet explains what staff …
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. South Shore Regional Hospital. Women and Children Health Services
- Alternate Title
- About the BFI and IFP
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Infant
- Nutrition
- Breast Feeding
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Infants--Nutrition
- Breastfeeding
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- The Baby-Friendly Initiative (BFI) is an international program created to support parents, babies, and families by supporting families to make an informed decision about how they feed their baby, promoting practices that give parents and babies a healthy start, and protecting families from marketing pressures. All hospitals and public health units in Nova Scotia Health are working towards becoming designated as Baby-Friendly. The IWK became designated in 2019. This pamphlet explains what staff at a Baby-Friendly facility will help you to do. It also gives information about Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health's Infant Feeding Policy. A link for more information is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Women and Children Health Services, South Shore Regional Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 2365
After vulvar biopsy or excision
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35624
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Gynecolposcopy Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1625
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This sheet provides general skin care instructions for after a vulvar biopsy or vulvar excision.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Gynecolposcopy Clinic
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([1] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Vulvar Neoplasms - diagnosis
- Vulvar Diseases - diagnosis
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Vulva--Diseases
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- This sheet provides general skin care instructions for after a vulvar biopsy or vulvar excision.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Gynecolposcopy Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 1625
Induction of labour and cervical ripening with balloon catheter
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35819
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Women and Children's Health.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1769
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
A balloon catheter is a soft tube with a small balloon on the end. The balloon catheter helps to get your cervix ready for labour (cervical ripening). This pamphlet explains what will happen when the balloon catheter is inserted (put in), possible complications of a balloon catheter, and when you should call or return to the hospital. The French version of this pamphlet 1814, "Déclenchement artificiel du travail et maturation cervicale au moyen d’un cathéter à ballonnet", is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Women and Children's Health
- Alternate Title
- Induction of labor and cervical ripening with balloon catheter
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Labor, Induced
- Cervical Ripening
- Catheters
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Labor (Obstetrics)
- Catheters
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- A balloon catheter is a soft tube with a small balloon on the end. The balloon catheter helps to get your cervix ready for labour (cervical ripening). This pamphlet explains what will happen when the balloon catheter is inserted (put in), possible complications of a balloon catheter, and when you should call or return to the hospital. The French version of this pamphlet 1814, "Déclenchement artificiel du travail et maturation cervicale au moyen d’un cathéter à ballonnet", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Women and Children's Health Unit
- Pamphlet Number
- 1769
Déclenchement artificiel du travail et maturation cervicale au moyen d’un cathéter à ballonnet
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35878
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Women and Children's Health Unit.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1814
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Un cathéter à ballonnet est un tube souple muni d’un petit ballonnet à l’extrémité. Le cathéter à ballonnet aide à préparer le col de votre utérus pour le travail (maturation cervicale ou du col). Le présent dépliant explique ce qui se passe quand le cathéter à ballonnet est inséré (mis en place), les complications possibles et quand appeler l’hôpital ou y revenir. ; This pamphlet is a French translation of "Induction of labour and cervical ripening with balloon catheter" pamphlet 1769. A ballo…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Women and Children's Health Unit
- Alternate Title
- Induction of labour and cervical ripening with balloon catheter
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Labor, Induced
- Cervical Ripening
- Catheters
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Labor (Obstetrics)
- Catheters
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- Un cathéter à ballonnet est un tube souple muni d’un petit ballonnet à l’extrémité. Le cathéter à ballonnet aide à préparer le col de votre utérus pour le travail (maturation cervicale ou du col). Le présent dépliant explique ce qui se passe quand le cathéter à ballonnet est inséré (mis en place), les complications possibles et quand appeler l’hôpital ou y revenir.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of "Induction of labour and cervical ripening with balloon catheter" pamphlet 1769. A balloon catheter is a soft tube with a small balloon on the end. The balloon catheter helps to get your cervix ready for labour (cervical ripening). This pamphlet explains what will happen when the balloon catheter is inserted (put in), possible complications of a balloon catheter, and when you should call or return to the hospital.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Women and Children's Health Unit
- Pamphlet Number
- 1814
Birth control medication interaction with sugammadex (Bridion®)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36680
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Department of Anesthesia.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2076
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
During your surgery, you were given a medication that affects how well birth control medications work. It is important that you know this if you are on any type of hormonal contraceptive (birth control medication). Sugammadex (Bridion®) is a medication that helps you recover faster from the muscle relaxant used during your surgery. Sugammadex may lower how well your hormonal birth control works for 7 days (1 week). Use a back-up birth control method for at least 7 days after your surgery. If yo…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Department of Anesthesia
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([1] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Sugammadex - adverse effects
- Hormonal Contraception
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Birth control
- Sugammadex
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- During your surgery, you were given a medication that affects how well birth control medications work. It is important that you know this if you are on any type of hormonal contraceptive (birth control medication). Sugammadex (Bridion®) is a medication that helps you recover faster from the muscle relaxant used during your surgery. Sugammadex may lower how well your hormonal birth control works for 7 days (1 week). Use a back-up birth control method for at least 7 days after your surgery. If you are using an oral contraceptive (birth control pill), take it as usual. Types of hormonal birth control and back-up methods are listed. The French version of this pamphlet 2202, "Interaction des contraceptifs avec le sugammadex (Bridion™)", is also available.
- Notes
- Previous title: Birth control medication interaction with sugammadex (Bridion™)
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Department of Anesthesia
- Pamphlet Number
- 2076
Getting enough iron during pregnancy
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38168
Nova Scotia Health Authority. South Shore Regional Hospital. OBS Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2330
- Available Online
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Iron helps your blood carry oxygen through your body. When your iron levels are too low, you can develop a condition called iron deficiency anemia. This can lead to serious health issues. A person who is pregnant needs more iron to support the growth of their baby. During pregnancy, you need about one third (1/3) more iron. This pamphlet explains how much iron you need each day, how you can make sure you get enough iron, and how you will know if you are getting enough iron. Space is included fo…
- Available Online
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- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Iron, Dietary
- Pregnancy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Iron in human nutrition
- Pregnancy
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- Iron helps your blood carry oxygen through your body. When your iron levels are too low, you can develop a condition called iron deficiency anemia. This can lead to serious health issues. A person who is pregnant needs more iron to support the growth of their baby. During pregnancy, you need about one third (1/3) more iron. This pamphlet explains how much iron you need each day, how you can make sure you get enough iron, and how you will know if you are getting enough iron. Space is included for your health care team to record your hemoglobin and ferritin levels. Instructions on how to take elemental iron are given.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: OBS Clinic, South Shore Regional Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 2330
Neonatal abstinence syndrome
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36769
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Women and Children's Provincial Policy Working Group.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2144
- Available Online
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Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) happens when a baby withdraws from medication that you have been taking during your pregnancy. This pamphlet explains the common symptoms of NAS, what your health care team will do to help your baby, what you can do to help your baby, what will happen if your baby needs medication, and when your baby can go home. The French version of this pamphlet 2203, "Syndrome de sevrage néonatal," is also available.
- Available Online
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- Alternate Title
- NAS
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Newborn infants--Effect of drugs on
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) happens when a baby withdraws from medication that you have been taking during your pregnancy. This pamphlet explains the common symptoms of NAS, what your health care team will do to help your baby, what you can do to help your baby, what will happen if your baby needs medication, and when your baby can go home. The French version of this pamphlet 2203, "Syndrome de sevrage néonatal," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Women and Children's Provincial Policy Working Group
- Pamphlet Number
- 2144
Cervical Screening Practice Guidelines
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37421
Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program.
[Halifax, NS]:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1677
- Available Online
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Guidelines for cervical screening are explained, including who should be screened and how frequently. Those who should be screened more frequently are outlined.
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Cancer Care Program
- Place of Publication
- [Halifax, NS]
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Date of Publication
- 2019
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (2 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Uterine Cervical Neoplasms - diagnosis
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cervix uteri--Cancer--Diagnosis
- Specialty
- Diagnosis
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- Guidelines for cervical screening are explained, including who should be screened and how frequently. Those who should be screened more frequently are outlined.
- Notes
- Health professional guide
- Responsibility
- prepared by Nova Scotia Health Authority Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1677
Patient passport : gynecologic oncology surgery
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37445
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4001
- Available Online
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This pamphlet gives information about your gynecologic oncology surgery. There is space for you to fill in information for you and your health care team. Please bring this passport with you to your pre-admission appointment and on the day of your surgery.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (13 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Genital Neoplasms, Female - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Generative organs, Female--Cancer--Surgery
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- This pamphlet gives information about your gynecologic oncology surgery. There is space for you to fill in information for you and your health care team. Please bring this passport with you to your pre-admission appointment and on the day of your surgery.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care ProgramProgram, modified from and with many thanks to the IWK patient passport, in conjunction with the RECOVER Study.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4001
Syndrome de sevrage néonatal
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37507
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Women and Children's Provincial Policy Working Group.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2203
- Available Online
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Le syndrome de sevrage néonatal (ou syndrome de sevrage du bébé) se produit lorsqu’un nouveau né est privé d’un médicament que sa mère prenait pendant sa grossesse. Ce dépliant explique les symptômes courants, ce que l’équipe de soins fera pour aider votre bébé, ce que vous pouvez faire pour aider votre bébé, ce qui se passera si votre bébé a besoin de médicaments pour traiter ses symptômes et quand votre bébé pourra rentrer à la maison. ; This pamphlet is a French translation of the English pa…
- Available Online
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- Alternate Title
- Neonatal abstinence syndrome
- NAS
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Newborn infants--Effect of drugs on
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- Le syndrome de sevrage néonatal (ou syndrome de sevrage du bébé) se produit lorsqu’un nouveau né est privé d’un médicament que sa mère prenait pendant sa grossesse. Ce dépliant explique les symptômes courants, ce que l’équipe de soins fera pour aider votre bébé, ce que vous pouvez faire pour aider votre bébé, ce qui se passera si votre bébé a besoin de médicaments pour traiter ses symptômes et quand votre bébé pourra rentrer à la maison.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of the English pamphlet 2144, "Neonatal abstinence syndrome". Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) happens when a baby withdraws from medication that you have been taking during your pregnancy. This pamphlet explains the common symptoms of NAS, what your health care team will do to help your baby, what you can do to help your baby, what will happen if your baby needs medication, and when your baby can go home.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Women and Children's Provincial Policy Working Group
- Pamphlet Number
- 2203
Molar pregnancy
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35487
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Gynaecology.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1553
- Available Online
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A molar pregnancy is a rare condition that can happen during pregnancy. It is part of a number of conditions that together are called gestation trophoblastic disease (GTD). This pamphlet explains what causes a molar pregnancy, who can get it, diagnosis, treatment, test results, as well as answering questions you may have about getting pregnant again after experiencing a molar pregnancy. If you have any questions, a contact number is provided.
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Gynaecology
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hydatidiform Mole
- Gestational Trophoblastic Disease
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Molar pregnancy
- Gestational trophoblastic disease
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- A molar pregnancy is a rare condition that can happen during pregnancy. It is part of a number of conditions that together are called gestation trophoblastic disease (GTD). This pamphlet explains what causes a molar pregnancy, who can get it, diagnosis, treatment, test results, as well as answering questions you may have about getting pregnant again after experiencing a molar pregnancy. If you have any questions, a contact number is provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Pamphlet Number
- 1553
