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Adherence to antipsychotics in schizophrenia

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Emilio Sacchetti, Antonio Vita, Alberto Siracusano, Wolfgang Fleischhacker. --Milan: Springer , c2014.
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Poor adherence to therapy is one of the main obstacles to treatment effectiveness in schizophrenia. It is the main determinant of relapse, hospitalization, symptom persistence, and poor psychosocial functioning and outcome. Adherence to treatment is affected by various factors related to the disease characteristics, to the patient him- or herself, to the treatment, and to the therapeutic relationship. Some of these factors are modifiable, and both pharmacological and non-pharmacological strateg…
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Sacchetti, Emilio
Responsibility
Emilio Sacchetti, Antonio Vita, Alberto Siracusano, Wolfgang Fleischhacker
Place of Publication
Milan
Publisher
Springer
Date of Publication
c2014
Physical Description
1 online resource (xii, 159 pages)
ISBN
9788847026797 (electronic bk.)
9788847026780
Subjects (MeSH)
Antipsychotic Agents - therapeutic use
Medication Adherence
Medication therapy management
Patient Compliance
Schizophrenia - drug therapy
Subjects (LCSH)
Schizophrenia - Treatment
Abstract
Poor adherence to therapy is one of the main obstacles to treatment effectiveness in schizophrenia. It is the main determinant of relapse, hospitalization, symptom persistence, and poor psychosocial functioning and outcome. Adherence to treatment is affected by various factors related to the disease characteristics, to the patient him- or herself, to the treatment, and to the therapeutic relationship. Some of these factors are modifiable, and both pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies have been developed for this purpose.This book addresses the different aspects of adherence to treatment in schizophrenia and related disorders in a systematic but easy-to-use manual format. Chapters focus on a full range of issues, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies to enhance adherence and continuity of care, relevant psychological factors, the importance of the patient-doctor relationship, and the need for an alliance with other care-givers.
Contents
Poor adherence to antipsychotic medication in people with schizophrenia: diffusion, consequences, and contributing factors -- Pharmacological strategies to enhance adherence in schizophrenia -- Non-pharmacological strategies to enhance adherence and continuity of care in schizophrenia -- Psychological issues in improving adherence and alliance.
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e-Book
Location
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AHFS Patient Medication Information

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American Society of Health-System Pharmacists. --Bethesda, MD: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists , c2021.
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Corporate Author
American Society of Health-System Pharmacists
Place of Publication
Bethesda, MD
Publisher
American Society of Health-System Pharmacists
Date of Publication
c2021
ISBN
9781585286546
Subjects (MeSH)
Patient Medication Knowledge
Pharmaceutical Preparations
Specialty
Pharmacy
Format
e-Book
Location
Online
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Birth control patch

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Women's Choice Clinic. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2019.
Pamphlet Number
0255
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The birth control patch is a patch that you place on your skin once a week. It has 2 hormones, estrogen and progesterone, which are absorbed (taken in) through the skin. It is used to prevent pregnancy. This pamphlet explains how the patch works, how well it works, pros and cons, possible side effects (as well as serious ones to be aware of), who should not use it, how to use it, and where to put it on your body. Instructions for what to do if you forget to start or change a patch, or if it fal…
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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Women's Choice Clinic
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Date of Publication
2019
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document (13 p.) : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Transdermal Patch
Ovulation Inhibition
Contraception - methods
Subjects (LCSH)
Transdermal medication
Contraception
Abstract
The birth control patch is a patch that you place on your skin once a week. It has 2 hormones, estrogen and progesterone, which are absorbed (taken in) through the skin. It is used to prevent pregnancy. This pamphlet explains how the patch works, how well it works, pros and cons, possible side effects (as well as serious ones to be aware of), who should not use it, how to use it, and where to put it on your body. Instructions for what to do if you forget to start or change a patch, or if it falls off (partly or completely) is given. A list of what can make it less effective is provided. The patch is not prescribed to women over 35 who smoke due to the risks involved. The patch will not protect you against sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The French version of this pamphlet 2026, "Le timbre contraceptif", is also available.
Responsibility
Prepared by: Nova Scotia Women's Choice Clinic
Pamphlet Number
0255
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Drug Adherence in Hypertension and Cardiovascular Protection

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Michel Burnier, editor. --Cham: Springer , c2018.
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This book provides a critical and comprehensive review of the methodologies available for measuring drug adherence in clinical practice, including those relying on emerging technologies. The authors discuss the risk factors of non-adherence and shed light on how to identify patients at risk of poor adherence. Drug therapies in chronic diseases rely heavily on the patient's adherence, since drugs that are not taken are ineffective and leave the patient at high risk of developing clinical complic…
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Burnier, Michel
Other Authors
European Society of Hypertension
Responsibility
Michel Burnier, editor
Place of Publication
Cham
Publisher
Springer
Date of Publication
c2018
Physical Description
1 online resource (viii, 314 p.) : 43 illus., 30 illus. in color
Series Title
Updates in hypertension and cardiovascular protection
ISBN
9783319765938
9783319765921 (print ed.)
9783319765945 (print ed.)
ISSN
2366-4606
Subjects (MeSH)
Cardiovascular Diseases - drug therapy
Hypertension - drug therapy
Medication Adherence
Risk Factors
Specialty
Cardiology
Pharmacy
Abstract
This book provides a critical and comprehensive review of the methodologies available for measuring drug adherence in clinical practice, including those relying on emerging technologies. The authors discuss the risk factors of non-adherence and shed light on how to identify patients at risk of poor adherence. Drug therapies in chronic diseases rely heavily on the patient's adherence, since drugs that are not taken are ineffective and leave the patient at high risk of developing clinical complications. Given the absence of new drugs for the treatment of hypertension, drug adherence is particularly important in these patients to improve blood pressure control. The book further investigates a new aspect, namely the importance of drug adherence in clinical trials and studies and draws attention to the limits of developing drugs without significant information on drug adherence. Several chapters are dedicated to the importance of adherence in specific forms of hypertension, such as resistant hypertension, dyslipidemia and hypertension associated with cardiovascular risk. As experts confronted with drug adherence in their daily practice, the authors analyse the real effectiveness of several interventions aimed at improving drug adherence and put particular emphasis on the importance of an interdisciplinary approach involving nurses and pharmacists. The volume also includes a careful analysis of the health and economic impact of poor adherence. The book is aimed at physicians, pharmacists, students and all health professionals dealing not only with hypertension or dyslipidemia, but also with chronic asymptomatic diseases such as diabetes, HIV or chronic respiratory diseases.
Contents
1. Taxonomy of Medication Adherence: Recent Developments -- Part I. Measuring Drug Adherence -- 2. Qualitative Assessments of Adherence -- 3. Electronic Monitoring of Medication Adherence: From Dose-Counting to Dose-Clocking -- 4. Measurements of Antihypertensive Medications in Blood and Urine -- 5. Adherence to Antihypertensive and Cardiovascular Preventive Treatment: The Contribution of the Lombardy Database -- 6. Directly Observed Therapy in Hypertension (DOT-HTN) -- 7. Digital Medicines to Measure Drug Ingestion Adherence -- 8. Ethical Aspects of Measuring Adherence to Antihypertensive Treatment -- Part II. Risk Factors for Non-adherence -- 9. Determinants and Barriers to Adherence in Hypertension 10. Beliefs and Adherence in Hypertension and Cardiovascular Protection -- Part III. Adherence in Hypertension and CV Protection -- 11. Impact of Drug Adherence in Clinical Trials -- 12. The Impact of Antihypertensive Drugs on Adherence -- 13. Medication Persistence in Hypertension in General Practice -- 14. Drug Adherence in Resistant Hypertension -- 15. Drug Adherence with Cardiovascular Medicines: Statins and Aspirin -- 16. Which Interventions Are Useful? -- 17. Use of Fixed-Dose Combinations in Hypertension and Cardiovascular Disease Prevention -- 18. Nurse Led Interventions in Hypertension -- 19. Role of the Pharmacist in Supporting Adherence -- 20. Integrated Approaches to Support Medication Adherence: The Case of Hypertension - 21. Use of Apps to Improve Drug Adherence in Hypertensive Patients -- Part IV. Health Care Consequences of Non-adherence -- 22. Global Clinical Consequences of Poor Adherence.
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Enhancing medication adherence : the public health dilemma

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editor, Hayden B. Bosworth. --London: Springer Healthcare , c2012.
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Enhancing Medication Adherence: The Public Health Dilemma is a comprehensive guide to medication adherence for the healthcare professional. Clinicians and pharmacists alike can benefit from key opinion leader and author Hayden Bosworth's text as he explains the details and causes behind medication nonadherence as well as methods on how healthcare providers can determine if a patient is nonadherent. Additionally, Bosworth discusses various studies, which assess adherence, adherence-related techn…
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Bosworth, Hayden B
Responsibility
editor, Hayden B. Bosworth
Place of Publication
London
Publisher
Springer Healthcare
Date of Publication
c2012
Physical Description
1 online resource (ix, 62 pages)
ISBN
9781908517661 (electronic bk.)
9781908517470
Subjects (MeSH)
Medication Adherence
Patient Compliance
Subjects (LCSH)
Drugs
Drug utilization
Drugs - Handbooks, manuals, etc
Pharmacy
Pharmaceutical preparations
Abstract
Enhancing Medication Adherence: The Public Health Dilemma is a comprehensive guide to medication adherence for the healthcare professional. Clinicians and pharmacists alike can benefit from key opinion leader and author Hayden Bosworth's text as he explains the details and causes behind medication nonadherence as well as methods on how healthcare providers can determine if a patient is nonadherent. Additionally, Bosworth discusses various studies, which assess adherence, adherence-related technology, best practices for clinicians and pharmacists, and future directions and recommendations in the field.
Contents
Defining medication nonadherence -- Causes of medication nonadherence -- Methods for determining medication adherence -- Evaluating adherence-enhancing interventions -- The role of healthcare providers in medication adherence -- Medication intervention recommendations -- Future directions and recommendations.
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Essentials of nonprescription medications and devices

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Mackowiak, Elaine D. --London, England: Pharmaceutical Press , 2010.
Call Number
QV 772 M159e 2010
Location
Halifax Infirmary
Call Number
QV 772 M159e 2010
Author
Mackowiak, Elaine D
Place of Publication
London, England
Publisher
Pharmaceutical Press
Date of Publication
2010
Physical Description
228 p.
ISBN
9780853698616
Subjects (MeSH)
Nonprescription Drugs
Self Medication
Format
Book
Location
Halifax Infirmary
Loan Period
3 weeks
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Helping parents and teachers understand medications for behavioral and emotional problems

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Dulcan, Mina K. (4th ed.) --Washington, DC: American Psychiatric Publishing , 2015.
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Author
Dulcan, Mina K.
Other Authors
Ballard, Rachel r.
Edition
4th ed.
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
American Psychiatric Publishing
Date of Publication
2015
ISBN
9781585623686
Subjects (MeSH)
Child Behavior Disorders - drug therapy
Adolescent
Child
Patient Education as Topic
Patient Medication Knowledge
Psychotropic Drugs - pharmacology
Notes
Access to this online resource is restricted to IWK Health Centre employees working from inside the hospital network.
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Helping parents, youth and teachers understand medications for behavioral and emotional problems : a resource book of medication information handouts

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edited by Mina K. Dulcan, Rachel Ballard ; contributors, Thomas Cummins [and 11 others]. (Fourth edition) --Washington, DC: American Psychiatric Publishing , c2015.
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Dulcan, Mina K.
Ballard, Rachel, 1964-
Responsibility
edited by Mina K. Dulcan, Rachel Ballard ; contributors, Thomas Cummins [and 11 others]
Edition
Fourth edition
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
American Psychiatric Publishing
Date of Publication
c2015
Physical Description
1 online resource (xviii, 561 pages)
ISBN
9781585623686
9781585622535 (print ed.)
Subjects (MeSH)
Adolescent
Child Behavior Disorders - drug therapy
Child
Patient Education as Topic
Patient Medication Knowledge
Psychotropic Drugs - therapeutic use
Format
e-Book
Publication Type
Patient Education Handout
Location
Online
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[In French] Bilan comparatif des médicaments pour les patients et les familles du IWK

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IWK. Quality, Patient Safety and Patient Experience, IWK. Pharmacy. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2019.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0575-FR
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In French. Le IWK Health Centre fait partie des nombreux hôpitaux canadiens qui essaient de réduire les changements non planifiés aux prises de médicaments. Cette brochure a pour but d’informer sur le bilan. / Rules for changing regular medications when in the hospital.
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IWK. Quality, Patient Safety and Patient Experience
IWK. Pharmacy
Alternate Title
Comment puis-je aider?
Medication reconciliation
Patient and Family Information
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2019
Format
Pamphlet
Language
French
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Medication Errors - prevention & control
Patient Safety
Subjects (LCSH)
Medication errors--Prevention
Patient safety
Abstract
In French. Le IWK Health Centre fait partie des nombreux hôpitaux canadiens qui essaient de réduire les changements non planifiés aux prises de médicaments. Cette brochure a pour but d’informer sur le bilan. / Rules for changing regular medications when in the hospital.
Responsibility
IWK Quality, Patient Safety and Patient Experience, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0575-FR
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Medication Management in Older Adults : A Concise Guide for Clinicians

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edited by Susan Koch, F. Michael Gloth, Rhonda Nay. --New York, NY: Springer Science+Business Media , c2010.
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Author
Koch, Susan
Other Authors
Gloth, F. Michael
Nay, Rhonda
Responsibility
edited by Susan Koch, F. Michael Gloth, Rhonda Nay
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Springer Science+Business Media
Date of Publication
c2010
ISBN
9781603274579
Subjects (MeSH)
Medication therapy management
Medication Errors - prevention & control
Subjects (LCSH)
Geriatrics
Format
e-Book
Location
Online
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Medication Reconciliation

https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37755
IWK. Quality, Patient Safety and Patient Experience, IWK. Pharmacy. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2019.
Pamphlet Number
PL-0575
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What is “medication reconciliation”? It is patients and families working together with your health care team to find out about all the medicines that you take. This is called your “medication history”. Someone from your care team will check for any changes in this list at different points in your care, such as when you come in, if you go to another part of the hospital and before you go home. These steps take time, but it is very important to help make sure you are always getting the right m…
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IWK. Quality, Patient Safety and Patient Experience
IWK. Pharmacy
Alternate Title
for IWK Patients and Families
How can I help?
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2019
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Medication Errors - prevention & control
Patient Safety
Subjects (LCSH)
Medication errors--Prevention
Patient safety
Abstract
What is “medication reconciliation”? It is patients and families working together with your health care team to find out about all the medicines that you take. This is called your “medication history”. Someone from your care team will check for any changes in this list at different points in your care, such as when you come in, if you go to another part of the hospital and before you go home. These steps take time, but it is very important to help make sure you are always getting the right medicines.
Notes
The French version of this pamphlet is also available.
Responsibility
IWK Medication Reconciliation Working Group, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-0575
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Medication safety : an essential guide

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Courtenay, Molly. --Cambridge: Cambridge University Press , 2010.
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Location
Online
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Author
Courtenay, Molly
Other Authors
Griffiths, Matt
Place of Publication
Cambridge
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Date of Publication
2010
Physical Description
199 p.
Series Title
Cambridge medicine
ISBN
9780511642272
Subjects (MeSH)
Drug Prescriptions - standards
Drug Utilization - standards
Medication Errors - prevention & control
Safety Management
Format
e-Book
Location
Online
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Patient self-care : helping your patients make therapeutic choices

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editor-in-chief, Carol Repchinsky. (2nd ed.) --Ottawa, ON: Canadian Pharmacists Association , c2010.
Call Number
WB 327 P298 2010
Location
Dickson Building
Halifax Infirmary
Nova Scotia Hospital
Call Number
WB 327 P298 2010
Author
Repchinsky, Carol
Corporate Author
Canadian Pharmacists Association
Responsibility
editor-in-chief, Carol Repchinsky
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Ottawa, ON
Publisher
Canadian Pharmacists Association
Date of Publication
c2010
Physical Description
1021 p.
ISBN
9781894402507
Subjects (MeSH)
Self Care - Handbooks
Therapeutics - Handbooks
Self Medication
Nonprescription Drugs - therapeutic use
Patient Education as Topic
Format
Book
Location
Dickson Building
Halifax Infirmary
Nova Scotia Hospital
Copies
3
Loan Period
3 weeks
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Pediatric safety in the emergency department

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Krug, Steven E. American Academy of Pediatrics. --Bethesda, MD: Joint Commission Resources , 2010.
Call Number
WS 205 P46 2010
Location
IWK Health Sciences Library
Call Number
WS 205 P46 2010
Author
Krug, Steven E.
Corporate Author
American Academy of Pediatrics
Other Authors
Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations
Place of Publication
Bethesda, MD
Publisher
Joint Commission Resources
Date of Publication
2010
Physical Description
156 p.
ISBN
9.78E+12
Subjects (MeSH)
Emergency Service, Hospital
Medical Errors
Risk Management
Safety Management
Medication Errors
Hospitals, Pediatric
Format
Book
Location
IWK Health Sciences Library
Copies
1
Loan Period
2 weeks
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Pharmacology clear & simple : a guide to drug classifications and dosage calculations

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Cynthia J. Watkins. (2nd ed.) --Philadelphia, PA: F.A. Davis , c2013.
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Author
Watkins, Cynthia J
Responsibility
Cynthia J. Watkins
Edition
2nd ed.
Alternate Title
Pharmacology clear and simple
Guide to drug classifications and dosage calculations
Place of Publication
Philadelphia, PA
Publisher
F.A. Davis
Date of Publication
c2013
Physical Description
1 online resource
ISBN
0803639686 (electronic bk.)
9780803639683 (electronic bk.)
Subjects (MeSH)
Pharmaceutical Preparations - administration & dosage - Problems and Exercises
Allied health personnel - problems and exercises
Dosage Forms - Problems and Exercises
Drug administration routes - problems and exercises
Medication Errors - prevention & control - problems and exercises
Contents
History of pharmacology -- Basics of pharmacology -- Patient safety in medication administration -- Regulations -- Prescriptions and labels -- Basic review of mathematics -- Measurement systems -- Dosage calculations -- Enteral medications and administration -- Parental medications and administration -- Integumentary system medications -- Musculoskeletal system medications -- Nervous system medications -- Eye and ear medications -- Endocrine system medications -- Cardiovascular system medications -- Immunologic system medications -- Pulmonary system medications -- Gastrointestinal system medications -- Reproductive and urinary system medications -- Herbs, vitamins, and minerals.
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e-Book
Location
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Prendre vos médicaments

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Mental Health and Addictions Program. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2021.
Pamphlet Number
1916
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Prendre vos médicaments est une partie importante de votre traitement. Cela signifie que vous contribuez à votre santé et à votre bien-être. La présente brochure explique pourquoi certaines personnes cessent de prendre leurs médicaments. Si cela vous préoccupe ou si vous avez d’autres inquiétudes, veuillez en parler à vos prestataires de soins primaires, qui pourront vous aider à trouver des solutions. Des conseils sont présentés pour vous aider à prendre vos médicaments. ; This pamphlet is a F…
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Corporate Author
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Mental Health and Addictions Program
Alternate Title
Taking your medication
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)
Psychiatry
Medication
Subjects (LCSH)
Drugs
Mental health
Specialty
Mental Health
Abstract
Prendre vos médicaments est une partie importante de votre traitement. Cela signifie que vous contribuez à votre santé et à votre bien-être. La présente brochure explique pourquoi certaines personnes cessent de prendre leurs médicaments. Si cela vous préoccupe ou si vous avez d’autres inquiétudes, veuillez en parler à vos prestataires de soins primaires, qui pourront vous aider à trouver des solutions. Des conseils sont présentés pour vous aider à prendre vos médicaments.
This pamphlet is a French translation of "Taking Your Medication" pamphlet 0758. Taking your medication is an important part of your treatment. It means you are playing an active role in keeping up your health and well-being. This pamphlet explains why some people stop taking their medication. If these or other issues concern you, please talk to your primary health care provider. They can help you find solutions. Tips to help you take your medication are listed.
Responsibility
Prepared by: Mental Health and Addictions Program
Pamphlet Number
1916
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Reviewing your Medications

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IWK. Children's Ambulatory Surgical Care, IWK. Pharmacy. Halifax, NS: IWK Health Centre , 2022.
Pamphlet Number
PL-1103
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Reviewing your medications is a very important part of your clinic visit. It ensures safe, effective care.
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Corporate Author
IWK. Children's Ambulatory Surgical Care
IWK. Pharmacy
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
IWK Health Centre
Date of Publication
2022
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Medication Errors - prevention & control
Patient Medication Knowledge
Pharmaceutical Preparations
Subjects (LCSH)
Medication errors--Prevention
Abstract
Reviewing your medications is a very important part of your clinic visit. It ensures safe, effective care.
Responsibility
IWK Children's Ambulatory Surgical Care, Halifax, NS
Pamphlet Number
PL-1103
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Taking your medication

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Mental Health and Addictions Program. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2021.
Pamphlet Number
0758
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Taking your medication is an important part of your treatment. It means you are playing an active role in keeping up your health and well-being. This pamphlet explains why some people stop taking their medication. If these or other issues concern you, please talk to your primary health care provider. They can help you find solutions. Tips to help you take your medication are listed. The French version of this pamphlet 1916, "Prendre vos médicaments", is also available.
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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Mental Health and Addictions Program
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Date of Publication
2021
Format
Pamphlet
Language
English
Physical Description
1 electronic document ([1] p.) : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Psychiatry
Medication
Subjects (LCSH)
Drugs
Mental Health
Specialty
Medications
Abstract
Taking your medication is an important part of your treatment. It means you are playing an active role in keeping up your health and well-being. This pamphlet explains why some people stop taking their medication. If these or other issues concern you, please talk to your primary health care provider. They can help you find solutions. Tips to help you take your medication are listed. The French version of this pamphlet 1916, "Prendre vos médicaments", is also available.
Responsibility
Prepared by: Mental Health and Addictions Program
Pamphlet Number
0758
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Le timbre contraceptif

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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Women's Choice Clinic. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2019.
Pamphlet Number
2026
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Le timbre contraceptif se place sur la peau une fois par semaine. Il contient deux hormones, de l’œstrogène et de la progestérone, qui sont absorbées par la peau. Il sert à prévenir la grossesse. Le livret explique comment le timbre fonctionne, son efficacité, ses avantages et ses inconvénients, les effets secondaires possibles (de même que les effets secondaires graves qu’il faut connaître), il indique les personnes qui ne devraient pas s’en servir, et il explique enfin la manière de s’en serv…
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Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Women's Choice Clinic
Alternate Title
Birth control patch
Place of Publication
Halifax, NS
Publisher
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Date of Publication
2019
Format
Pamphlet
Language
French
Physical Description
1 electronic document (14 p.) : digital, PDF file
Subjects (MeSH)
Transdermal Patch
Ovulation Inhibition
Contraception - methods
Subjects (LCSH)
Transdermal medication
Contraception
Abstract
Le timbre contraceptif se place sur la peau une fois par semaine. Il contient deux hormones, de l’œstrogène et de la progestérone, qui sont absorbées par la peau. Il sert à prévenir la grossesse. Le livret explique comment le timbre fonctionne, son efficacité, ses avantages et ses inconvénients, les effets secondaires possibles (de même que les effets secondaires graves qu’il faut connaître), il indique les personnes qui ne devraient pas s’en servir, et il explique enfin la manière de s’en servir et où l’appliquer sur le corps. La lectrice apprend quoi faire si elle oublie de commencer à utiliser le timbre, si elle oublie de le changer ou si le timbre se décolle (partiellement ou complètement). La publication aborde également ce qui pourrait en réduire l’efficacité. Le timbre contraceptif n’est pas prescrit aux fumeuses de 35 ans et plus compte tenu des risques. Le timbre ne protège pas contre les infections transmissibles sexuellement.
This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0255, "Birth Control Patch". The birth control patch is a patch that you place on your skin once a week. It has 2 hormones, estrogen and progesterone, which are absorbed (taken in) through the skin. It is used to prevent pregnancy. This pamphlet explains how the patch works, how well it works, pros and cons, possible side effects (as well as serious ones to be aware of), who should not use it, how to use it, and where to put it on your body. Instructions for what to do if you forget to start or change a patch, or if it falls off (partly or completely) is given. A list of what can make it less effective is provided. The patch is not prescribed to women over 35 who smoke due to the risks involved. The patch will not protect you against sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Responsibility
Prepared by: Nova Scotia Women's Choice Clinic
Pamphlet Number
2026
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To err is human : building a safer health system

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Koh, Linda. --Washington, DC: National Academy Press , 2000.
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Author
Koh, Linda
Other Authors
Donaldson, Molla
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
National Academy Press
Date of Publication
2000
ISBN
9780309068376
0309068371
Subjects (MeSH)
Medication Errors - prevention & control
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e-Book
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