How to avoid safety risks during your hospital stay
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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Quality Improvement and Safety.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1696
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At Nova Scotia Health, we believe that safety is everyone’s job. We are committed to providing you with a safe and quality experience while you are here with us. This pamphlet explains your role as a patient or a family member and/or support person(s), and patient safety risks in the hospital. Topics include avoiding infections and falls, understanding your medication(s), preventing pressure injuries, and avoiding medication mistakes. Contact information to provide patient/family feedback is in…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Quality Improvement and Safety
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (9 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Patient Safety
- Hospitalization
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hospital care
- Patients--Safety measures
- Specialty
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- At Nova Scotia Health, we believe that safety is everyone’s job. We are committed to providing you with a safe and quality experience while you are here with us. This pamphlet explains your role as a patient or a family member and/or support person(s), and patient safety risks in the hospital. Topics include avoiding infections and falls, understanding your medication(s), preventing pressure injuries, and avoiding medication mistakes. Contact information to provide patient/family feedback is included. The French version of this pamphlet 1711, "Comment éviter les risques liés à la sécurité pendant votre hospitalisation" is also available.
- Notes
- Previous title: Patients first: your safety, your well-being
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Quality Improvement and Safety
- Pamphlet Number
- 1696
Welcome to the Nova Scotia Rehabilitation & Arthritis Centre
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36647
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Rehab Working Group.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1373
- Available Online
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We want your experience at the Nova Scotia Rehabilitation & Arthritis Centre (NSRAC) to be positive. Our goal is to help every patient return to a life that is as full and rewarding as possible. This guide explains our rehab approach and gives general info about your care. Topics covered in this guide include: what to expect during your stay, general info about the NSRAC, safety and security, and your Health Care Team members. Contact info for the NSRAC and the QEII Foundation is also provided.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Rehab Working Group
- Alternate Title
- Welcome to the Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (17 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hospital admission
- Rehabilitation and recovery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hospital care
- Rehabilitation
- Specialty
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- We want your experience at the Nova Scotia Rehabilitation & Arthritis Centre (NSRAC) to be positive. Our goal is to help every patient return to a life that is as full and rewarding as possible. This guide explains our rehab approach and gives general info about your care. Topics covered in this guide include: what to expect during your stay, general info about the NSRAC, safety and security, and your Health Care Team members. Contact info for the NSRAC and the QEII Foundation is also provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Rehab Working Group
- Pamphlet Number
- 1373
After the intensive care unit (ICU) : QEII department of critical care (3A and 5.2 ICU)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35809
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Department of Critical Care.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1762
- Available Online
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This pamphlet provides information for patients transferring out of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Different aspects of recovery from a critical illness are covered, including memory problems, sleep, depression and/or anxiety, breathing, weakness and pain, body image, and family. Ways to help with common problems while recovering from a critical illness are provided. The French version of this pamphlet 2185, "Après l’unité de soins intensifs (USI) - Service des soins intensifs, QEII (USI 3A et …
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Department of Critical Care
- Alternate Title
- After the ICU : QEII department of critical care (3A and 5.2 ICU)
- 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)
- Critical Care
- Hospital Units
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hospital care
- Hospital units
- Specialty
- Intensive Care Unit
- Abstract
- This pamphlet provides information for patients transferring out of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Different aspects of recovery from a critical illness are covered, including memory problems, sleep, depression and/or anxiety, breathing, weakness and pain, body image, and family. Ways to help with common problems while recovering from a critical illness are provided. The French version of this pamphlet 2185, "Après l’unité de soins intensifs (USI) - Service des soins intensifs, QEII (USI 3A et 5.2)," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: QEII Department of Critical Care
- Pamphlet Number
- 1762
Après l’unité de soins intensifs (USI) : service des soins intensifs, QEII (USI 3A et 5.2)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37331
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Department of Critical Care.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2185
- Available Online
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Ce dépliant fournit de l'information aux patients qui quittent l'unité de soins intensifs (USI) pour être transférés ailleurs. On y traite de différents aspects du rétablissement après une maladie grave, notamment les problèmes de mémoire, le sommeil, la dépression ou l'anxiété, la respiration, la faiblesse et la douleur, l'image corporelle et la famille. On y propose des moyens d'aider à résoudre des problèmes courants pendant le rétablissement d'une maladie grave. ; This pamphlet is a French …
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Department of Critical Care
- Alternate Title
- After the Intensive Care Unit (ICU): QEII Department of Critical Care (3A and 5.2 ICU)
- After the ICU : QEII department of critical care (3A and 5.2 ICU)
- 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)
- Critical Care
- Hospital Units
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hospital care
- Hospital units
- Specialty
- Intensive Care Unit
- Abstract
- Ce dépliant fournit de l'information aux patients qui quittent l'unité de soins intensifs (USI) pour être transférés ailleurs. On y traite de différents aspects du rétablissement après une maladie grave, notamment les problèmes de mémoire, le sommeil, la dépression ou l'anxiété, la respiration, la faiblesse et la douleur, l'image corporelle et la famille. On y propose des moyens d'aider à résoudre des problèmes courants pendant le rétablissement d'une maladie grave.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of "After the Intensive Care Unit (ICU): QEII Department of Critical Care (3A and 5.2 ICU)" pamphlet 1762. This pamphlet provides information for patients transferring out of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Different aspects of recovery from a critical illness are covered, including memory problems, sleep, depression and/or anxiety, breathing, weakness and pain, body image, and family. Ways to help with common problems while recovering from a critical illness are provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: QEII Department of Critical Care
- Pamphlet Number
- 2185
Mental Health and Addictions Day Hospital
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37576
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Mental Health and Addictions Day Hospital.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2278
- Available Online
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The Mental Health and Addictions (MHA) Day Hospital cares for people with intense mental health issues or concerns. It supports your recovery through outpatient (day) treatment, group therapy, and helping you stay connected with your loved ones and the community. This pamphlet explains how to take part in Day Hospital programs, how to access the Day Hospital, what care and programs the Day Hospital offers, and who is on your Day Hospital health care team. Information on how long you will take p…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Mental Health and Addictions Day Hospital
- 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)
- Mental Health Services
- Hospitals, psychiatric
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Mental health facilities
- Hospital care
- Specialty
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- The Mental Health and Addictions (MHA) Day Hospital cares for people with intense mental health issues or concerns. It supports your recovery through outpatient (day) treatment, group therapy, and helping you stay connected with your loved ones and the community. This pamphlet explains how to take part in Day Hospital programs, how to access the Day Hospital, what care and programs the Day Hospital offers, and who is on your Day Hospital health care team. Information on how long you will take part in Day Hospital programs, how your team will decide what care you need, and how you and your loved ones can help with your healing journey is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Mental Health and Addictions Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2278
Welcome to the Mental Health and Addictions Day Hospital
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37580
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Mental Health and Addictions Day Hospital.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2282
- Available Online
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This guide will answer questions you may have about attending the Mental Health and Addictions (MHA) Day Hospital. This guide explains what is expected of you, what you can expect from the program and your Day Hospital health care team members, how you will be involved in your care and recovery, and how loved ones and friends who are part of your Circle of Support can be involved in your recovery, if you choose. The guide explains what the MHA Day Hospital is, what will happen each day, what yo…
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Mental Health and Addictions Day Hospital
- Alternate Title
- Welcome to the MHA Day Hospital
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (12 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Mental Health Services
- Hospitals, psychiatric
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Mental health facilities
- Hospital care
- Specialty
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- This guide will answer questions you may have about attending the Mental Health and Addictions (MHA) Day Hospital. This guide explains what is expected of you, what you can expect from the program and your Day Hospital health care team members, how you will be involved in your care and recovery, and how loved ones and friends who are part of your Circle of Support can be involved in your recovery, if you choose. The guide explains what the MHA Day Hospital is, what will happen each day, what your treatment will focus on, and how to give feedback about your care. Information about how to get to the Day Hospital and where to park is included. A list of commonly used terms is provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Mental Health and Addictions Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2282
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) 5.1 : Halifax Infirmary
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36442
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) 5.1, Halifax Infirmary.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1888
- Available Online
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This booklet gives helpful information to families with a loved one who is a patient in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU).
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) 5.1, Halifax Infirmary
- 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 (MeSH)
- Critical Care
- Hospital Units
- Intensive Care Units
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hospital care
- Hospital units
- Intensive care units
- Abstract
- This booklet gives helpful information to families with a loved one who is a patient in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU).
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: CVICU 5.1, Halifax Infirmary
- Pamphlet Number
- 1888
