Advance care planning : making your personal and medical wishes known
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36498
Nova Scotia Health Authority. The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program™, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Legal Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1942
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Advance care planning, or personal care planning, is the process of reflecting on what is important to you, to help you plan for your future medical and personal care. This pamphlet gives information about advance care planning, personal directives (PDs), delegates, what will happen if you do not have a PD, where to keep your completed PD and who should have a copy of it, when you should update your PD, and some treatments you should consider when making a PD. Information about Medical Assistan…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program™
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Legal Services
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (19 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive
- Advance Care Planning
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Lungs--Diseases, Obstructive
- Advance directives (Medical care)
- Specialty
- Respiratory System
- Abstract
- Advance care planning, or personal care planning, is the process of reflecting on what is important to you, to help you plan for your future medical and personal care. This pamphlet gives information about advance care planning, personal directives (PDs), delegates, what will happen if you do not have a PD, where to keep your completed PD and who should have a copy of it, when you should update your PD, and some treatments you should consider when making a PD. Information about Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) is included. A list of resources, as well as information and tools available to help you, are provided. A blank Nova Scotia Health Authority Personal Directive form is included.
- The French version of this pamphlet 2180, "Planification préalable des soins - Faire connaître vos souhaits personnels et médicaux," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program™; Reviewed by: Legal Services, Nova Scotia Health
- Pamphlet Number
- 1942
Advanced liver disease : changes in your quality of life
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37589
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi Organ Transplant Program. Psychology.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2286
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Being diagnosed with advanced liver disease can be confusing and scary. You will need to make changes in your life and think about difficult treatment options. You and your loved ones may have many emotions during this time. For example, you may feel scared, upset, or anxious. This is normal. This pamphlet explains what quality of life is. It lists common physical, social, mental, and emotional changes that can happen when you have advanced liver disease, as well as common worries you may have.…
- Available Online
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- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Liver Diseases
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Liver--Diseases
- Specialty
- Digestive System
- Abstract
- Being diagnosed with advanced liver disease can be confusing and scary. You will need to make changes in your life and think about difficult treatment options. You and your loved ones may have many emotions during this time. For example, you may feel scared, upset, or anxious. This is normal. This pamphlet explains what quality of life is. It lists common physical, social, mental, and emotional changes that can happen when you have advanced liver disease, as well as common worries you may have. The pamphlet explains why and when you should get help, how to get help, what other supports are available, and what to do if you need mental health help right away.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Psychology, Multi Organ Transplant Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2286
After your image-guided core biopsy of the breast
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38154
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Diagnostic Imaging.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2320
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
During an image-guided core biopsy of the breast, a radiologist (a doctor who specializes in reading medical images like X-rays and ultrasounds) uses a needle to take small tissue samples from your breast. This pamphlet explains what will happen after the test. Topics include controlling pain and/or discomfort, activity, and black dots at the puncture site. Signs of an infection or that the puncture site is not healing well, and information about when you will get your results is included. Cont…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Diagnostic Imaging
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (4 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Breast Diseases - diagnosis
- Biopsy
- Aftercare
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Breast--Diseases--Diagnosis
- Breast--Biopsy
- Specialty
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Abstract
- During an image-guided core biopsy of the breast, a radiologist (a doctor who specializes in reading medical images like X-rays and ultrasounds) uses a needle to take small tissue samples from your breast. This pamphlet explains what will happen after the test. Topics include controlling pain and/or discomfort, activity, and black dots at the puncture site. Signs of an infection or that the puncture site is not healing well, and information about when you will get your results is included. Contact information for the Nova Scotia Breast Screening Program (NSBSP) Patient Navigator is given.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Diagnostic Imaging; adapted with permission from IWK Health
- Pamphlet Number
- 2320
Anesthésie par bloc nerveux pour supprimer la douleur pendant l’opération
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36732
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Acute Pain Service.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2103
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Un bloc nerveux permet d’envoyer un anesthésique local (médicament servant à insensibiliser) au moyen d’une petite aiguille à un endroit près de vos nerfs. Vous trouverez les renseignements suivants dans ce guide : pourquoi et quand utilise-t-on un bloc nerveux, comment fait-on un bloc nerveux, dans quelle mesure fonctionne-t-il et aide-t-il après l’opération, quels sont les effets secondaires, combien de temps faut-il pour le faire, pourquoi le patient demeure éveillé pendant l’opération, quel…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Acute Pain Service
- Alternate Title
- Managing your surgical pain with nerve blocks
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2019
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Nerve Block
- Pain Management
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Nerve block
- Pain--Treatment
- Specialty
- Pain Management
- Abstract
- Un bloc nerveux permet d’envoyer un anesthésique local (médicament servant à insensibiliser) au moyen d’une petite aiguille à un endroit près de vos nerfs. Vous trouverez les renseignements suivants dans ce guide : pourquoi et quand utilise-t-on un bloc nerveux, comment fait-on un bloc nerveux, dans quelle mesure fonctionne-t-il et aide-t-il après l’opération, quels sont les effets secondaires, combien de temps faut-il pour le faire, pourquoi le patient demeure éveillé pendant l’opération, quelles activités doivent être évitées après le bloc et quels symptômes exigent des soins médicaux immédiats.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of "Managing Your Surgical Pain with Nerve Blocks" pamphlet 1377. A nerve block sends local anesthetic (numbing medicine) through a small needle to a spot near your nerves. In this guide, you will learn about: why nerve blocks are used, when they are given, how they are done, how well they work, how they will help you after surgery, side effects, how long it will take, why you will be awake while it is given, activities to avoid after, and symptoms that require immediate medical attention.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Acute Pain Service
- Pamphlet Number
- 2103
Are you on dialysis, taking blood thinners, and need an interventional radiology procedure?
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35344
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Pharmacy Services, Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Vascular Access Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1444
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet gives directions for dialysis patients on warfarin who are having an interventional radiology procedure. The pamphlet explains what an interventional radiology procedure is. Space is provided to write the name and date of your procedure, as well as instructions to follow before and after your procedure. Instructions about what to do if you notice any bleeding or bruising in the area of your body where the procedure was done are included.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Pharmacy Services
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Vascular Access Services
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Nephrology
- Warfarin
- Renal Dialysis
- Radiology, Interventional
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Nephrology
- Hemodialysis
- Warfarin
- Interventional radiology
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- This pamphlet gives directions for dialysis patients on warfarin who are having an interventional radiology procedure. The pamphlet explains what an interventional radiology procedure is. Space is provided to write the name and date of your procedure, as well as instructions to follow before and after your procedure. Instructions about what to do if you notice any bleeding or bruising in the area of your body where the procedure was done are included.
- Notes
- Previous title: Hemodialysis instead of dialysis
- Previous title: Dialysis patients on Warfarin who need interventional radiology procedures
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Pharmacy Services, Vascular Access Services
- Pamphlet Number
- 1444
Birth Control Implant
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38211
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. ROSE Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2361
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
A birth control implant is a plastic rod. It is 4 cm long and 2 mm wide. The implant goes under your skin on the inside of your upper arm between your armpit and your elbow. This pamphlet explains how the implant is put in, how the implant works and how well it works, when the implant will start working, and what will happen when the implant is removed. Benefits and side effects of the implant, things that can change how well the implant works, and if the implant will protect you from sexually …
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. ROSE Clinic
- Alternate Title
- BCI
- 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)
- Contraception - methods
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Contraception
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- A birth control implant is a plastic rod. It is 4 cm long and 2 mm wide. The implant goes under your skin on the inside of your upper arm between your armpit and your elbow. This pamphlet explains how the implant is put in, how the implant works and how well it works, when the implant will start working, and what will happen when the implant is removed. Benefits and side effects of the implant, things that can change how well the implant works, and if the implant will protect you from sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is explained. A list of situations in which you should not get the implant is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: ROSE Clinic, QE II
- Pamphlet Number
- 2361
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
Birth control patches
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36526
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Reproductive Options and Services (ROSE) Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0255
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Birth control patches prevent pregnancy by preventing an egg from leaving your ovary each month. This prevents fertilization (when an egg and sperm join). This pamphlet explains how the patch works, how well it works, when it starts to work, pros and cons, how to use it, and possible side effects. The French version of this pamphlet 2026, "Le timbre contraceptif", is also available.
- 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 (10 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Transdermal Patch
- Ovulation Inhibition
- Contraception - methods
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Transdermal medication
- Contraception
- Abstract
- Birth control patches prevent pregnancy by preventing an egg from leaving your ovary each month. This prevents fertilization (when an egg and sperm join). This pamphlet explains how the patch works, how well it works, when it starts to work, pros and cons, how to use it, and possible side effects. The French version of this pamphlet 2026, "Le timbre contraceptif", is also available.
- Notes
- Previous title: Birth control patch
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Reproductive Options and Services (ROSE) Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 0255
Birth control pills
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36525
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Reproductive Options and Services (ROSE) Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0171
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Birth control pills prevent pregnancy by preventing an egg from leaving your ovary each month. This prevents fertilization (when an egg and sperm join). This pamphlet explains how well the pill works, when it starts working, pros and cons, how to take it, and possible side effects. The French version of this pamphlet 2027, "La pilule contraceptive", is also available.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Alternate Title
- The pill
- 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)
- Ovulation Inhibition
- Contraception - methods
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Oral contraceptives
- Contraception
- Abstract
- Birth control pills prevent pregnancy by preventing an egg from leaving your ovary each month. This prevents fertilization (when an egg and sperm join). This pamphlet explains how well the pill works, when it starts working, pros and cons, how to take it, and possible side effects. The French version of this pamphlet 2027, "La pilule contraceptive", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Reproductive Options and Services (ROSE) Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 0171
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nutrition and Food Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0571
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Your body needs calcium for strong bones and teeth, normal blood clotting, and for your muscles, nerves, and heart to work well. Topics include: osteoporosis, how much calcium you need, and how much calcium is too much. Excellent, good, and fair food sources of calcium are listed. Tips for how to get more calcium from food are provided. Information for people with lactose intolerance is given. Information on how to get more vitamin D is provided. A list of resources for more information is incl…
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nutrition and Food Services
- 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)
- Calcium
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Calcium
- Specialty
- Food and Nutrition
- Abstract
- Your body needs calcium for strong bones and teeth, normal blood clotting, and for your muscles, nerves, and heart to work well. Topics include: osteoporosis, how much calcium you need, and how much calcium is too much. Excellent, good, and fair food sources of calcium are listed. Tips for how to get more calcium from food are provided. Information for people with lactose intolerance is given. Information on how to get more vitamin D is provided. A list of resources for more information is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nutrition and Food Services
- Pamphlet Number
- 0571
Cannabis hyperemesis syndrome
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38199
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Emergency Department.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2351
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is a condition that can happen to anyone who uses cannabis (marijuana), especially people who use it regularly. This pamphlet provides information about treatment, as well as what to do if you need help.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Alternate Title
- CHS
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Cannabis
- Cannabis - adverse effects
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cannabis
- Abstract
- Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is a condition that can happen to anyone who uses cannabis (marijuana), especially people who use it regularly. This pamphlet provides information about treatment, as well as what to do if you need help.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Emergency Department, Yarmouth Regional Hospital
- Pamphlet Number
- 2351
Cardiac catheterization (dye test)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34441
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Cardiology Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0718
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet will help you learn about having a cardiac catheterization (dye test) and what to expect after going home. This test shows the arteries that supply your heart muscle with oxygen, and how well your heart muscle and valves are working. This pamphlet describes how the test is done, getting ready for the test, and what will happen on the day of the test. What to expect if the test is done through your groin or wrist is explained. Information on what to expect after the test includes: …
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Cardiology Services
- Alternate Title
- Dye test
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (17 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Heart Function Tests
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cardiac catheterization
- Heart function tests
- Specialty
- Cardiovascular System
- Abstract
- This pamphlet will help you learn about having a cardiac catheterization (dye test) and what to expect after going home. This test shows the arteries that supply your heart muscle with oxygen, and how well your heart muscle and valves are working. This pamphlet describes how the test is done, getting ready for the test, and what will happen on the day of the test. What to expect if the test is done through your groin or wrist is explained. Information on what to expect after the test includes: when you can eat, medications, when you can take off the dressing, when you can have a bath, when you can go home, and when you can drive. What to do if you have bleeding and when to seek medical attention is explained. The French version of this pamphlet 1120, "Cathétérisme cardiaque (examen avec colorant)", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Cardiology Services, QE II
- Pamphlet Number
- 0718
Cardiac surgery
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35773
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Cardiovascular Surgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1731
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet was created by the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Nova Scotia Health to give you and your support persons information about getting heart surgery. It has information about what you can do before your surgery to help it go well, what will happen during your hospital stay, and what you can do after your surgery to have a good recovery. Topics include discharge (leaving the hospital) planning, your surgery timeline, your health care team, information about the heart and your su…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Cardiovascular Surgery
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (53 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Cardiovascular Diseases - surgery
- Preoperative Care
- Postoperative Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cardiovascular system--Surgery
- Preoperative care
- Postoperative care
- Specialty
- Cardiovascular System
- Surgery
- Abstract
- This pamphlet was created by the Cardiovascular Surgery Department at Nova Scotia Health to give you and your support persons information about getting heart surgery. It has information about what you can do before your surgery to help it go well, what will happen during your hospital stay, and what you can do after your surgery to have a good recovery. Topics include discharge (leaving the hospital) planning, your surgery timeline, your health care team, information about the heart and your surgery, common concerns after surgery, and discharge and follow-up. It also includes information about the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program, heart healthy eating guidelines, and questions you may have.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Cardiovascular Surgery, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 1731
Cathétérisme cardiaque (examen avec colorant)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35101
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Cardiology Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1120
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Ce document contient des informations sur la procédure de cathétérisme cardiaque (examen avec colorant) et sur ce à quoi vous devez vous attendre après votre retour chez vous. Cet examen permet de voir les artères qui alimentent votre muscle cardiaque en oxygène et de voir si votre muscle cardiaque et vos valves fonctionnent bien. Ce document décrit comment la procédure est effectuée, comment vous devez vous préparer et ce qui se passera le jour de l’examen. Vous verrez ce à quoi vous devez vou…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Cardiology Services
- Alternate Title
- Cardiac Catheterization (Dye Test)
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (17 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Heart Function Tests
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cardiac catherization
- Heart function tests
- Specialty
- Cardiovascular System
- Abstract
- Ce document contient des informations sur la procédure de cathétérisme cardiaque (examen avec colorant) et sur ce à quoi vous devez vous attendre après votre retour chez vous. Cet examen permet de voir les artères qui alimentent votre muscle cardiaque en oxygène et de voir si votre muscle cardiaque et vos valves fonctionnent bien. Ce document décrit comment la procédure est effectuée, comment vous devez vous préparer et ce qui se passera le jour de l’examen. Vous verrez ce à quoi vous devez vous attendre si l’examen est effectué par l’aine ou le poignet. Vous verrez aussi quand vous pourrez manger après l’examen, quand vous pourrez prendre des médicaments, quand vous pourrez enlever le pansement, quand vous pourrez prendre un bain, quand vous pourrez rentrer chez vous et quand vous pourrez conduire. Le document indique aussi ce qu’il faut faire en cas de saignement et dans quelles circonstances il faut consulter un médecin.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0718, “Cardiac Catheterization (Dye Test)”. This pamphlet will help you learn about having a cardiac catheterization (dye test) and what to expect after going home. This test shows the arteries that supply your heart muscle with oxygen, and how well your heart muscle and valves are working. This pamphlet describes how the test is done, getting ready for the test, and what will happen on the day of the test. What to expect if the test is done through your groin or wrist is explained. Information on what to expect after the test includes: when you can eat, medications, when you can take off the dressing, when you can have a bath, when you can go home, and when you can drive. What to do if you have bleeding and when to seek medical attention is explained.
- Notes
- Previous title: Cathétérisme cardiaque (test avec colorant)
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Cardiology Services, QE II
- Pamphlet Number
- 1120
Choix d’accouchement après une césarienne
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36446
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Reproductive Care Program of Nova Scotia.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1891
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Si votre bébé est né par césarienne, vous pouvez quand même accoucher de votre prochain bébé par voie vaginale. On parle alors d’épreuve du travail après césarienne (EDTAC) ou d’accouchement vaginal après césarienne (AVAC). Ce dépliant présente ce qui favorise la sécurité et la réussite d’un AVAC, ainsi que les avantages et les risques d’un AVAC. ; This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 1847, “Options for Birth after Cesarean”. This pamphlet explains the options available to women…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Alternate Title
- Options for birth after cesarean
- 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)
- Vaginal Birth after Cesarean
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Childbirth
- Abstract
- Si votre bébé est né par césarienne, vous pouvez quand même accoucher de votre prochain bébé par voie vaginale. On parle alors d’épreuve du travail après césarienne (EDTAC) ou d’accouchement vaginal après césarienne (AVAC). Ce dépliant présente ce qui favorise la sécurité et la réussite d’un AVAC, ainsi que les avantages et les risques d’un AVAC.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 1847, “Options for Birth after Cesarean”. This pamphlet explains the options available to women who have had a baby by cesarean birth (sometimes called “cesarean delivery”, “c-section” or “CS”). Women who have had a cesarean often give birth vaginally in their next pregnancy. This may be referred to as Trial of Labour after Cesarean (TOLAC) or Vaginal Birth after Cesarean (VBAC). When you can plan for a VBAC, what makes a VBAC safe and successful, as well as the benefits and risks of VBAC, are listed.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Maternal Child Provincial Policy Working Group Adapted from: PL-0902 with permission of IWK Health, Halifax NS © 2015
- Pamphlet Number
- 1891
Conseils nutritionnels après une chirurgie de la mâchoire
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38157
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nutrition and Food Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1585
- Available Online
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Il est important de bien manger pour aider votre corps à guérir. Lorsque vous avez des broches dans les mâchoires ou des élastiques en place, vous devez apporter quelques changements à votre alimentation pour obtenir les nutriments dont votre corps a besoin. Ce dépliant donne des conseils qui peuvent vous aider. Les sujets abordés sont les suivants : un plan de repas, comment faciliter l'alimentation, les choses importantes à faire à la maison, comment prévenir les intoxications alimentaires, l…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nutrition and Food Services
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (12 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Diet - Guideline
- Nutrition
- Jaw - surgery
- Postoperative Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Diet therapy
- Nutrition
- Jaws--Surgery
- Postoperative care
- Specialty
- Food and Nutrition
- Abstract
- Il est important de bien manger pour aider votre corps à guérir. Lorsque vous avez des broches dans les mâchoires ou des élastiques en place, vous devez apporter quelques changements à votre alimentation pour obtenir les nutriments dont votre corps a besoin. Ce dépliant donne des conseils qui peuvent vous aider. Les sujets abordés sont les suivants : un plan de repas, comment faciliter l'alimentation, les choses importantes à faire à la maison, comment prévenir les intoxications alimentaires, les boissons nutritives, un exemple de menu, des idées et des conseils pour mélangeurs, des conseils pour faire des smoothies ainsi que des façons d'ajouter des calories et des protéines. Les recettes sont incluses.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0566, "Nutrition Guidelines After Jaw Surgery". It is important to eat well to help your body heal. When your jaws are wired or you have elastics in place, you will need to make a few changes to the foods you eat to get the nutrition your body needs. This pamphlet gives tips that can help. Topics include a meal plan, how to make eating easier, important things to do at home, how to prevent food poisoning, nutritional drinks, a sample menu, blending ideas and tips, smoothie-making tips, and ways to add calories and protein. Recipes are included.
- Notes
- Previous title: Régime à base d’aliments en purée
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nutrition and Food Services
- Pamphlet Number
- 1585
Conseils pour une alimentation riche en fibres
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36662
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nutrition and Food Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2064
- Available Online
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Information sur les deux types de fibres alimentaires, solubles et insolubles, et conseils sur la façon d’augmenter votre consommation de fibres. Un exemple de plan pour les repas est fourni. ; This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0556 “Tips for High Fibre Eating". Information on the two types of fibre found in foods, soluble and insoluble, as well as tips on how to increase your fibre intake are provided. A sample meal plan is listed.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nutrition and Food Services
- Alternate Title
- Tips for high fibre eating
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2019
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Dietary Fiber
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Food--Fiber content
- Fiber in human nutrition
- Specialty
- Food and Nutrition
- Abstract
- Information sur les deux types de fibres alimentaires, solubles et insolubles, et conseils sur la façon d’augmenter votre consommation de fibres. Un exemple de plan pour les repas est fourni.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0556 “Tips for High Fibre Eating". Information on the two types of fibre found in foods, soluble and insoluble, as well as tips on how to increase your fibre intake are provided. A sample meal plan is listed.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nutrition and Food Services
- Pamphlet Number
- 2064
Copper intrauterine devices (IUDs)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36576
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Reproductive Options and Services (ROSE) Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0014
- Available Online
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A copper intrauterine device (IUD) prevents pregnancy by changing the lining of your uterus to stop sperm from reaching the egg. This pamphlet explains how well it works, pros and cons, what will happen when the IUD is put in, what happens after, movement or loss of the IUD, and removal. The French version of this pamphlet 2021, "Dispositif intra-utérin en cuivre (DIU)", is also available.
- Available Online
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- 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)
- Intrauterine Devices
- Contraception - methods
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Intrauterine contraceptives
- Birth control
- Abstract
- A copper intrauterine device (IUD) prevents pregnancy by changing the lining of your uterus to stop sperm from reaching the egg. This pamphlet explains how well it works, pros and cons, what will happen when the IUD is put in, what happens after, movement or loss of the IUD, and removal. The French version of this pamphlet 2021, "Dispositif intra-utérin en cuivre (DIU)", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Reproductive Options and Services (ROSE) Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 0014
Corticosteroid therapy for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35480
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Collaborative Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1546
- Available Online
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A corticosteroid medication may help you manage your inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This pamphlet explains what corticosteroids are, how well they work, and how they are given. Information about precautions, possible side effects, and what to expect after your treatment is included.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Nova Scotia Collaborative Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program
- Alternate Title
- Corticosteroid therapy for IBD
- 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)
- Inflammatory Bowel Diseases - drug therapy
- Prednisone
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Inflammatory bowel diseases
- Prednisone
- Specialty
- Medications
- Abstract
- A corticosteroid medication may help you manage your inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This pamphlet explains what corticosteroids are, how well they work, and how they are given. Information about precautions, possible side effects, and what to expect after your treatment is included.
- Notes
- This pamphlet replaced pamphlet 1139: Prednisone Therapy
- Previous title: Corticosteroid therapy in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Collaborative Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1546
COVID-19 vaccination and cancer FAQ
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37451
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4000
- Available Online
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As a person living with cancer, or a blood or bone marrow condition, you may have questions about COVID-19 vaccination. This pamphlet explains if the vaccine is safe for people with cancer, how well the vaccine works in people with cancer, when you should get the vaccine, and which vaccine you should get. Possible side effects are listed. Information on who to talk to if you still have questions about the vaccine, and what will happen after you get the vaccine is provided.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cancer Care Program
- Alternate Title
- Coronavirus vaccination and cancer FAQ
- COVID-19 vaccination and cancer frequently asked questions
- 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)
- COVID-19 Vaccines
- Neoplasms - complications
- Subjects (LCSH)
- COVID-19 (Disease)--Vaccination
- Cancer--Complications
- Abstract
- As a person living with cancer, or a blood or bone marrow condition, you may have questions about COVID-19 vaccination. This pamphlet explains if the vaccine is safe for people with cancer, how well the vaccine works in people with cancer, when you should get the vaccine, and which vaccine you should get. Possible side effects are listed. Information on who to talk to if you still have questions about the vaccine, and what will happen after you get the vaccine is provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 4000
