In-centre hemodialysis
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35162
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Renal Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1220
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet is for patients who are beginning dialysis. It explains what to expect when starting hemodialysis, common questions you may have, your hemodialysis schedule, and your hemodialysis health care team. Information about Patient Rights and Responsibilities, Patient Relations, and Ethics is included. The pamphlet also includes a list of resources and words you may hear during your treatment. A blank Hemodialysis Care Plan, Hemodialysis Tracking Sheet, and Hemodialysis checklist are also…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Renal Program
- Alternate Title
- In centre hemodialysis
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (24 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Renal Dialysis
- Kidney Diseases - therapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hemodialysis
- Kidneys--Diseases
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- This pamphlet is for patients who are beginning dialysis. It explains what to expect when starting hemodialysis, common questions you may have, your hemodialysis schedule, and your hemodialysis health care team. Information about Patient Rights and Responsibilities, Patient Relations, and Ethics is included. The pamphlet also includes a list of resources and words you may hear during your treatment. A blank Hemodialysis Care Plan, Hemodialysis Tracking Sheet, and Hemodialysis checklist are also included.
- Notes
- Previous titles: Renal (dialysis) patient handbook, Hemodialysis patient handbook
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Renal Program, Central Zone
- Pamphlet Number
- 1220
Planning for your hospital stay after surgery : Halifax Infirmary (HI), Victoria General (VG), Dartmouth General Hospital (DGH)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35459
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Same Day Surgery Unit - Halifax Infirmary, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Same Day Surgery Unit - Victoria General, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Same Day Surgery Unit - Dartmouth General Hospital.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1395
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet gives information about your care before and after surgery. Topics about getting ready for surgery include learning about the time of your surgery, dentures and oral appliances, glasses and contact lenses, hearing aids, personal care items, and valuables. Information about the day of surgery includes what to bring to the hospital, when to arrive, anesthetic, delays, the Same Day Surgery Unit, and surgery. Information about after your surgery includes the recovery area and nursing …
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Same Day Surgery Unit - Halifax Infirmary
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Same Day Surgery Unit - Victoria General
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Same Day Surgery Unit - Dartmouth General Hospital
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (22 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hospitalization
- Preoperative Care
- Postoperative Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hospital patients
- Preoperative care
- Postoperative care
- Specialty
- Surgery
- Abstract
- This pamphlet gives information about your care before and after surgery. Topics about getting ready for surgery include learning about the time of your surgery, dentures and oral appliances, glasses and contact lenses, hearing aids, personal care items, and valuables. Information about the day of surgery includes what to bring to the hospital, when to arrive, anesthetic, delays, the Same Day Surgery Unit, and surgery. Information about after your surgery includes the recovery area and nursing unit, pain control, exercises, activity, nutrition, passing urine, and bowel movements. Instructions for your surgery and care at home include visitors and discharge from the hospital. The French version of this pamphlet 1118, "Planification de votre séjour à l'hôpital après une chirurgie", is also available.
- Notes
- Previous title: Planning for your hospital stay after surgery
- Previous title: Planning for your hospital stay after surgery : Halifax Infirmary (HI), Victoria General Hospital (VG), Dartmouth General Hospital (DGH)
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Same Day Surgery Units (HI, VG and DGH sites)
- Pamphlet Number
- 1395
Nutrition education and counselling : Annapolis Valley, South Shore, and South West Nova Scotia
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36635
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone Dietitians.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2044
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Registered dietitians offer nutrition services across western Nova Scotia (Annapolis Valley, South Shore, and South West Nova Scotia). Topics include: services provided, nutrition education topics, and how you can get an appointment with a dietitian. If you want to refer yourself or a family member, call the dietitian nearest you to set up an appointment. A list of phone numbers is given.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone Dietitians
- 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)
- Diet Therapy
- Nutrition Therapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Nutrition
- Diet therapy
- Abstract
- Registered dietitians offer nutrition services across western Nova Scotia (Annapolis Valley, South Shore, and South West Nova Scotia). Topics include: services provided, nutrition education topics, and how you can get an appointment with a dietitian. If you want to refer yourself or a family member, call the dietitian nearest you to set up an appointment. A list of phone numbers is given.
- Notes
- Previous title: Nutrition education & counselling : Annapolis Valley, South Shore and South West Nova Scotia
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Western Zone Dietitians
- Pamphlet Number
- 2044
Independent Living Simulation Suites : Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36645
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre. Independent Living Simulation Suite Working Committee.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2054
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
There are 2 fully-equipped 1-bedroom Independent Living Simulation (ILS) suites on the 4th floor of the Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre. These suites are designed to give you or support persons practice independent or assisted living before you go home. This pamphlet explains the type of life skills that can be practiced in the suites and when the suites can be used. A description of each suite, North Suite and The MacKinnon Family Suite (South), is provided.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre. Independent Living Simulation Suite Working Committee
- 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)
- Independent Living
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Congregate housing
- Specialty
- Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation
- Abstract
- There are 2 fully-equipped 1-bedroom Independent Living Simulation (ILS) suites on the 4th floor of the Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre. These suites are designed to give you or support persons practice independent or assisted living before you go home. This pamphlet explains the type of life skills that can be practiced in the suites and when the suites can be used. A description of each suite, North Suite and The MacKinnon Family Suite (South), is provided.
- Notes
- Previous title: Independent living simulation suites : Nova Scotia Rehabilitation & Arthritis Centre
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: ILS Suite Working Committee: NS Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre
- Pamphlet Number
- 2054
Preparing for home : from admission to discharge
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37304
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Quality Improvement and Safety. Patient Experience.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2173
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
When you are admitted to the hospital, you will be given an Estimated Date of Discharge (EDD). This date is when you can expect to go home, depending on how your health improves during your stay. It is important to start planning early for your discharge home. This pamphlet gives information about admission to a hospital inpatient unit, your health care team, what to expect each day, getting ready for discharge, and a list of important information. Information about patient/family feedback and …
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hospital admission
- Patient Discharge
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Hospitals--Admission and discharge
- Specialty
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- When you are admitted to the hospital, you will be given an Estimated Date of Discharge (EDD). This date is when you can expect to go home, depending on how your health improves during your stay. It is important to start planning early for your discharge home. This pamphlet gives information about admission to a hospital inpatient unit, your health care team, what to expect each day, getting ready for discharge, and a list of important information. Information about patient/family feedback and space to keep a journal of your hospital stay/illness are included.
- The French version of this pamphlet 2290, "Se préparer au retour à la maison : de l’admission à la sortie," is also available.
- Notes
- Previous title: Preparing for home: from admission to discharge - Northern zone
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Patient Experience - Quality Improvement and Safety
- Pamphlet Number
- 2173
Changing a one-piece colostomy or ileostomy pouch : Western Zone
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37483
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone. Enterostomal Therapists.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2230
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This double-sided sheet lists the supplies you will need and gives step-by-step instructions to help you change a one-piece colostomy or ileostomy pouch. Contact information for the NSWOC (Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence) Clinic is included.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone. Enterostomal Therapists
- Alternate Title
- Changing a 1-piece colostomy or ileostomy pouch : Western Zone
- 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
- Specialty
- Digestive System
- Abstract
- This double-sided sheet lists the supplies you will need and gives step-by-step instructions to help you change a one-piece colostomy or ileostomy pouch. Contact information for the NSWOC (Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence) Clinic is included.
- Notes
- Previous title: Changing a one-piece colostomy/ileostomy pouch : Western Zone
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Enterostomal Therapists, Western Zone
- Pamphlet Number
- 2230
Changing a two-piece colostomy or ileostomy pouch : Western Zone
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37484
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone. Enterostomal Therapists.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2231
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This double-sided sheet lists the supplies you will need and gives step-by-step instructions to help you change a two-piece colostomy or ileostomy pouch. Contact information for the NSWOC (Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence) Clinic is included.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone. Enterostomal Therapists
- Alternate Title
- Changing a 2-piece colostomy or ileostomy pouch : Western Zone
- 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
- Specialty
- Digestive System
- Abstract
- This double-sided sheet lists the supplies you will need and gives step-by-step instructions to help you change a two-piece colostomy or ileostomy pouch. Contact information for the NSWOC (Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence) Clinic is included.
- Notes
- Previous title: Changing a two-piece colostomy/ileostomy pouch : Western Zone
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Enterostomal Therapists, Western Zone
- Pamphlet Number
- 2231
COVID-19 : taking care while you are in the hospital
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37552
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Interprofessional Practice and Learning.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2260
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet is for people that are admitted to the hospital with COVID-19. Topics include: What is COVID-19 (SARS-CoV2), how does COVID-19 spread, what to expect while admitted with COVID-19, personal belongings and visitor restrictions, self-proning instructions, and what to eat and drink as you recover from COVID-19. A resource for COVID-19 recovery information is also listed.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Interprofessional Practice and Learning
- 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)
- Coronavirus
- Communicable Diseases
- Subjects (LCSH)
- COVID-19 (Disease)
- Communicable diseases
- Specialty
- Infectious Diseases
- Abstract
- This pamphlet is for people that are admitted to the hospital with COVID-19. Topics include: What is COVID-19 (SARS-CoV2), how does COVID-19 spread, what to expect while admitted with COVID-19, personal belongings and visitor restrictions, self-proning instructions, and what to eat and drink as you recover from COVID-19. A resource for COVID-19 recovery information is also listed.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: IPPL, adapted from Welcome to the COVID-19 Inpatient Unit (Unit 8.3), Acute Care and Critical Care
- Pamphlet Number
- 2260
Urgent Eye Clinic (Red Eye Clinic)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38164
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Urgent Eye Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2326
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
The Urgent Eye Clinic provides medical, surgical, and emergency eye care. It is also called the Red Eye Clinic. The Clinic is run by a team of staff and resident ophthalmologists (eye doctors), nurses, and orthoptists (eye health professionals who specialize in how your eyes move and your vision develops). You must be referred to the Clinic by a doctor, an eye care provider, or another health care provider. Your appointment time will be based on how serious the issue is. This pamphlet explains …
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Urgent Eye Clinic
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (3 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Eye Diseases
- Clinics
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Eye--Diseases
- Clinics--Nova Scotia--Halifax
- Specialty
- Ophthalmology
- Abstract
- The Urgent Eye Clinic provides medical, surgical, and emergency eye care. It is also called the Red Eye Clinic. The Clinic is run by a team of staff and resident ophthalmologists (eye doctors), nurses, and orthoptists (eye health professionals who specialize in how your eyes move and your vision develops). You must be referred to the Clinic by a doctor, an eye care provider, or another health care provider. Your appointment time will be based on how serious the issue is. This pamphlet explains where the Urgent Eye Clinic is and what to expect. It gives information about appointments and what to do if your symptoms get worse (you have more pain or redness, less vision, or loss of vision) while you are waiting to be seen. It also includes a map of the QEII Health Sciences Centre Victoria General site, and a map with instructions to get from the entrance of the Dickson Building to the Clinic.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Urgent Eye Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 2326
How anxiety and your mood may change in pregnancy and after birth
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38175
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone. Perinatal Mental Health Initiative, Nova Scotia Perinatal Mental Health Alliance and affiliates.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2336
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet gives information on common issues, like sleep troubles and intrusive thoughts (strange thoughts or mental images that seem to pop into your head and cause stress), anxiety and mood disorders, and postpartum psychosis (rare). Topics include what to do if you had a mental disorder before you became pregnant, what Baby Blues are and how to get ready for them, and what to do if you still feel overwhelmed, irritable, stressed, or sad after 2 to 4 weeks. Information on how to get help …
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone. Perinatal Mental Health Initiative
- Nova Scotia Perinatal Mental Health Alliance and affiliates
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (16 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Pregnant Women - psychology
- Anxiety
- Mood Disorders - diagnosis
- Postnatal Care
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Pregnancy--Psychological aspects
- Anxiety
- Mental health
- Postnatal care
- Specialty
- Gynecology
- Abstract
- This pamphlet gives information on common issues, like sleep troubles and intrusive thoughts (strange thoughts or mental images that seem to pop into your head and cause stress), anxiety and mood disorders, and postpartum psychosis (rare). Topics include what to do if you had a mental disorder before you became pregnant, what Baby Blues are and how to get ready for them, and what to do if you still feel overwhelmed, irritable, stressed, or sad after 2 to 4 weeks. Information on how to get help with your mood or anxiety, and what to do if you have thoughts of self-harm or suicide is given. A list of resources is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Perinatal Mental Health Initiative, Western Zone, in collaboration with Nova Scotia Perinatal Mental Health Alliance and affiliates; Adapted from: Bussey, L., & Williams, A. (2022). Primary care perinatal mental health toolkit. Dalhousie Departments of Psychiatry & Family Medicine. http://rcp.nshealth.ca/sites/default/files/Primary%20Care%20Perinatal%20Mental%20Health%20Toolkit_2022.pdf and Perinatal Services BC. (2014). Best practices guidelines for mental health disorders in the perinatal period http://www.perinatalservicesbc.ca/Documents/Guidelines-Standards/Maternal/MentalHealthDisordersGuideline.pdf
- Pamphlet Number
- 2336
Booking an appointment at your collaborative family practice : Colchester, Cumberland, Pictou County, and East Hants
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38178
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Northern Zone. Primary Care.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2337
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet gives information on what to expect before you book an appointment at your collaborative family practice. Information on what to do when you are not able to book an appointment is also listed.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Northern Zone. Primary Care
- 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)
- Health information
- Family medicine
- Physicians
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Physician and patient
- Specialty
- Emergency
- Abstract
- This pamphlet gives information on what to expect before you book an appointment at your collaborative family practice. Information on what to do when you are not able to book an appointment is also listed.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Primary Care, Northern Zone
- Pamphlet Number
- 2337
Changing a urostomy appliance : Western Zone
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38189
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone. Enterostomal Therapists.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2343
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This double-sided sheet lists the supplies you will need and gives step-by-step instructions to help you change a urostomy pouch. Contact information for the NSWOC (Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence) Clinic is included.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone. Enterostomal Therapists
- 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)
- Ostomy
- Urinary Tract
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Urinary organs
- Specialty
- Urogenital System
- Abstract
- This double-sided sheet lists the supplies you will need and gives step-by-step instructions to help you change a urostomy pouch. Contact information for the NSWOC (Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence) Clinic is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Enterostomal Therapists, Western Zone
- Pamphlet Number
- 2343
Angioplasty of the legs (balloon procedure)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35184
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Vascular Surgery.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1296
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Angioplasty of the leg (also called a balloon procedure) is a procedure done to open narrowed arteries in your leg. It may be done to slow or stop you from having bypass surgery (surgery to help blood get past a blockage). This pamphlet explains: why you need this procedure, steps of the procedure, what a stent is, risks, how to prepare for surgery, and what recovery will be like after surgery. The French version of this pamphlet 1791, "Angioplastie des artères de jambe (intervention par ballon…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Vascular Surgery
- 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)
- Angioplasty, Balloon
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Transluminal angioplasty
- Specialty
- Cardiovascular system
- Abstract
- Angioplasty of the leg (also called a balloon procedure) is a procedure done to open narrowed arteries in your leg. It may be done to slow or stop you from having bypass surgery (surgery to help blood get past a blockage). This pamphlet explains: why you need this procedure, steps of the procedure, what a stent is, risks, how to prepare for surgery, and what recovery will be like after surgery. The French version of this pamphlet 1791, "Angioplastie des artères de jambe (intervention par ballonnet)", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Vascular Surgery, Central Zone
- Pamphlet Number
- 1296
Choosing a CPAP provider
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35611
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Sleep Disorders Lab.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1620
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) is used to treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). This pamphlet lists things to remember when choosing a CPAP provider. The pamphlet includes information on what a good provider will do when you start CPAP, CPAP equipment, and what to expect for good follow-up care once you have started treatment.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Sleep Disorders Lab
- Alternate Title
- Choosing a continuous positive airway pressure provider
- 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)
- Sleep Apnea Syndromes
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Sleep apnea syndromes
- Specialty
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) is used to treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). This pamphlet lists things to remember when choosing a CPAP provider. The pamphlet includes information on what a good provider will do when you start CPAP, CPAP equipment, and what to expect for good follow-up care once you have started treatment.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Sleep Disorders Lab
- Pamphlet Number
- 1620
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
Getting a wheelchair or scooter : outpatient occupational therapy Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arhritis Centre
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35663
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Occupational Therapy Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1650
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet explains how Occupational Therapy Services can help you to review, prescribe, and choose a wheelchair or scooter. It also explains what to expect as you have different appointments, including an assessment (review of your needs), a trial (to try out a wheelchair or scooter that is close to what is right for you), completing your wheelchair or scooter prescription, wheelchair or scooter set-up, and wheelchair skills training. Information about the cost of Occupational Therapy Servi…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- 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)
- Self-Help Devices
- Wheelchairs
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Self-help devices for people with disabilities
- Wheelchairs
- Motor scooters
- Specialty
- Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains how Occupational Therapy Services can help you to review, prescribe, and choose a wheelchair or scooter. It also explains what to expect as you have different appointments, including an assessment (review of your needs), a trial (to try out a wheelchair or scooter that is close to what is right for you), completing your wheelchair or scooter prescription, wheelchair or scooter set-up, and wheelchair skills training. Information about the cost of Occupational Therapy Services, the cost of a wheelchair or scooter, and what to do if your wheelchair or scooter needs maintenance and/or repair is included. Contact information for Occupational Therapy Services is given.
- Notes
- Previous title: Getting a wheelchair or scooter : outpatient occupational therapy services at the Nova Scotia Rehabilitation Centre
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Occupational Therapy Services, Central Zone
- Pamphlet Number
- 1650
Creatinine clearance collection : Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Halifax area
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35680
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1664
- Available Online
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Step-by-step instructions are provided to collect a creatinine urine (pee) specimen. Contact information for blood collection clinic hours and addresses, and to book a blood collection appointment is included.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
- 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)
- Creatinine - urine
- Urine Specimen Collection
- Specimen Handling
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Diagnostic specimens
- Urine--Collection and preservation
- Abstract
- Step-by-step instructions are provided to collect a creatinine urine (pee) specimen. Contact information for blood collection clinic hours and addresses, and to book a blood collection appointment is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Halifax area
- Pamphlet Number
- 1664
Total laryngectomy
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35681
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Otolaryngology.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0439
- Available Online
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Total laryngectomy is the removal of your larynx (voice box). Your larynx is being removed because it has a disease (like cancer). Your usual way of talking will change after your surgery. This pamphlet explains what to expect before, the morning of, and right after your surgery. Other topics include what to expect at home, protecting yourself from the flu, stoma and laryngectomy tube care, supplies, humidity, speech rehabilitation, nutrition, follow-up, and symptoms that require medical attent…
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Otolaryngology
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (10 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Laryngectomy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Laryngectomy
- Specialty
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Abstract
- Total laryngectomy is the removal of your larynx (voice box). Your larynx is being removed because it has a disease (like cancer). Your usual way of talking will change after your surgery. This pamphlet explains what to expect before, the morning of, and right after your surgery. Other topics include what to expect at home, protecting yourself from the flu, stoma and laryngectomy tube care, supplies, humidity, speech rehabilitation, nutrition, follow-up, and symptoms that require medical attention. A recipe for sterile water is provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Otolaryngology Staff
- Pamphlet Number
- 0439
Preventing the spread of germs and infections : routine practices and additional precautions
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35864
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Infection Prevention and Control.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1822
- Available Online
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Health care providers work hard to prevent the spread of germs from one person to another. This is important because some germs can cause infections. Routine practices are the minimum (least) steps taken to prevent and control infections while caring for all patients at all times. Additional precautions (such as contact, droplet or airborne precautions) are sometimes needed to keep germs from spreading from one patient to another. This pamphlet explains the infection prevention and control (IPA…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- 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)
- Infection Control
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Infection--Prevention
- Specialty
- Infectious Diseases
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- Health care providers work hard to prevent the spread of germs from one person to another. This is important because some germs can cause infections. Routine practices are the minimum (least) steps taken to prevent and control infections while caring for all patients at all times. Additional precautions (such as contact, droplet or airborne precautions) are sometimes needed to keep germs from spreading from one patient to another. This pamphlet explains the infection prevention and control (IPAC) guidelines included in routine practices and additional precautions. The French version of this pamphlet 1860, "Prévenir la propagation des microbes et infections : Pratiques de base et précautions supplémentaires", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Infection Prevention and Control
- Pamphlet Number
- 1822
Circle of support and circle of care : sharing information and working together
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35906
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Northern Zone. Mental Health and Addictions.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1849
- Available Online
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At Mental Health and Addictions, we encourage you to involve people who support you in your treatment and recovery. Your Circle of Support is the loved ones who you have chosen to support you. Your Circle of Care is the members of your health care team who are involved in your care. Sharing information with people in your Circle of Support and Circle of Care can improve your care experience and make the quality of care you receive better. This pamphlet explains how your personal information is …
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- 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)
- Confidentiality
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Personal information management
- Specialty
- Psychiatry
- Abstract
- At Mental Health and Addictions, we encourage you to involve people who support you in your treatment and recovery. Your Circle of Support is the loved ones who you have chosen to support you. Your Circle of Care is the members of your health care team who are involved in your care. Sharing information with people in your Circle of Support and Circle of Care can improve your care experience and make the quality of care you receive better. This pamphlet explains how your personal information is shared with people in your Circle of Care and Circle of Support. The French version of this pamphlet 1950, "Réseau de soutien et cercle de soins : partager l’information et travailler ensemble", is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Mental Health and Addictions, Northern Zone
- Pamphlet Number
- 1849
