After pregnancy loss : Eastern Zone
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38253
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eastern Zone. Emergency Services.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2386
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
After pregnancy loss, you may experience grief and many other emotions. You may have questions about the reason for your loss. This is common. Often, health care providers do not know exactly why pregnancy loss happens. This pamphlet gives basic information about pregnancy loss. You may need a different treatment (like medication and/or surgery) depending on your type of loss.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eastern Zone. Emergency Services
- Alternate Title
- After miscarriage : Eastern Zone
- 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)
- Abortion, Spontaneous
- Hydatidiform Mole
- Pregnancy, Ectopic
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Miscarriage
- Molar pregnancy
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Abstract
- After pregnancy loss, you may experience grief and many other emotions. You may have questions about the reason for your loss. This is common. Often, health care providers do not know exactly why pregnancy loss happens. This pamphlet gives basic information about pregnancy loss. You may need a different treatment (like medication and/or surgery) depending on your type of loss.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Eastern Zone Emergency Services
- Adapted from: PL-0918 with permission of IWK Health Centre
- Pamphlet Number
- 2386
Gradient compression stockings : Eastern Zone
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36650
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eastern Zone. Occupational Therapy.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2055
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Gradient compression stockings help return blood to your heart by compressing (squeezing) your leg muscles. This gently squeezes your veins and helps to push your blood in the right direction. This pamphlet explains why you need a prescription to get gradient compression stockings, when to put on your compression stocking(s) each day, how to take care of your stocking(s), and when to replace them. Other things you can do to help your condition are listed.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eastern Zone. Occupational Therapy
- 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)
- Stockings, Compression
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Antiembolism stockings
- Specialty
- Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation
- Abstract
- Gradient compression stockings help return blood to your heart by compressing (squeezing) your leg muscles. This gently squeezes your veins and helps to push your blood in the right direction. This pamphlet explains why you need a prescription to get gradient compression stockings, when to put on your compression stocking(s) each day, how to take care of your stocking(s), and when to replace them. Other things you can do to help your condition are listed.
- Notes
- Previous title: Gradient compression stockings
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Occupational Therapy, Eastern Zone
- Pamphlet Number
- 2055
Ostomy discharge instructions : Western Zone
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37485
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone. Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada - Atlantic Region.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2232
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This double-sided sheet allows you to write down the ostomy supplies that have been ordered for you after you have received ostomy care. Details about follow-up appointments and when to call the NSWOC (Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence) Clinic are listed. Contact information for nurses specialized in wound, ostomy, and continence in the Atlantic region is included.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Western Zone. Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada - Atlantic Region
- 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
- Specialty
- Digestive System
- Abstract
- This double-sided sheet allows you to write down the ostomy supplies that have been ordered for you after you have received ostomy care. Details about follow-up appointments and when to call the NSWOC (Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence) Clinic are listed. Contact information for nurses specialized in wound, ostomy, and continence in the Atlantic region is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada - Atlantic Region, Western Zone
- Pamphlet Number
- 2232
Eating Disorders Program : Central Zone
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35746
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eating Disorder Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1714
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet explains what an eating disorder is, lists common eating disorders, and gives information about the Central Zone (CZ) Eating Disorders Program. It includes information on who the program is for, what the treatment includes, who is on your health care team, and what is expected of you while you are working with the program.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eating Disorder Clinic
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (10 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Feeding and Eating Disorders - rehabilitation
- Feeding and Eating Disorders - therapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Eating disorders--Treatment
- Specialty
- Mental Health and Addictions
- Abstract
- This pamphlet explains what an eating disorder is, lists common eating disorders, and gives information about the Central Zone (CZ) Eating Disorders Program. It includes information on who the program is for, what the treatment includes, who is on your health care team, and what is expected of you while you are working with the program.
- Notes
- Previous title: Eating Disorder Clinic
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Eating Disorder Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 1714
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
Treatment after early pregnancy loss : Eastern Zone
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38254
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eastern Zone. Interprofessional Practice and Learning. Clinical Nurse Educators.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2387
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
After early pregnancy loss, you may wait for the tissue to pass on its own (expectant management), take medication called misoprostol (medical management), or be scheduled for a surgery called a dilation and curettage (D and C). This pamphlet explains what will happen with each of the 3 options. Possible complications, discharge instructions, and what to do in an emergency are listed. A list of local resources is given.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eastern Zone. Interprofessional Practice and Learning. Clinical Nurse Educators
- Alternate Title
- Treatment after miscarriage
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (8 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Abortion, Spontaneous - therapy
- Hydatidiform Mole
- Pregnancy, Ectopic
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Miscarriage
- Molar pregnancy
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Abstract
- After early pregnancy loss, you may wait for the tissue to pass on its own (expectant management), take medication called misoprostol (medical management), or be scheduled for a surgery called a dilation and curettage (D and C). This pamphlet explains what will happen with each of the 3 options. Possible complications, discharge instructions, and what to do in an emergency are listed. A list of local resources is given.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: IPPL CNEs in collaboration with the Women and Children’s Health Program and the Emergency Department
- Adapted from: PL-0757 with permission of IWK Health Centre
- Pamphlet Number
- 2387
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
Welcome to the Mental Health and Addictions Day Hospital : Northern Zone
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38318
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Northern Zone. Mental Health and Addictions Day Hospital.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2437
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
The pamphlet explains what the Day Hospital is, what will happen each day, what your treatment will focus on, and how to give feedback about your care. Information about how to get to the Day Hospital and where to park is included. A list of commonly used terms is provided.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Northern Zone. Mental Health and Addictions Day Hospital
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (16 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Mental Health Services
- Hospitals, psychiatric
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Mental health facilities
- Hospital care
- Specialty
- Hospitals
- Abstract
- The pamphlet explains what the Day Hospital is, what will happen each day, what your treatment will focus on, and how to give feedback about your care. Information about how to get to the Day Hospital and where to park is included. A list of commonly used terms is provided.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Mental Health and Addictions Program, Northern Zone
- Pamphlet Number
- 2437
How to self-prone : instructions for COVID-19 patients and caregivers
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37535
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Acute Care, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Critical Care.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2251
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet is a teaching tool for COVID-19 patients and their caregivers. When you have COVID-19, lying on your belly and in different positions will help your body to get air into all areas of your lungs. The pamphlet outlines different ways to position yourself to help you breathe easier. The French version of this pamphlet, 2255, "Comment s’allonger sur le ventre : instructions pour les patients atteints de COVID-19 et leurs aidants," is also available. The Arabic translation of this pamp…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Acute Care
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Critical Care
- Alternate Title
- How to self-prone : instructions for coronavirus patients and caregivers
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Coronavirus
- Infectious diseases
- Prone Position
- Subjects (LCSH)
- COVID-19 (Disease)
- Infectious diseases
- Patients--Positioning
- Specialty
- Infectious Diseases
- Abstract
- This pamphlet is a teaching tool for COVID-19 patients and their caregivers. When you have COVID-19, lying on your belly and in different positions will help your body to get air into all areas of your lungs. The pamphlet outlines different ways to position yourself to help you breathe easier. The French version of this pamphlet, 2255, "Comment s’allonger sur le ventre : instructions pour les patients atteints de COVID-19 et leurs aidants," is also available. The Arabic translation of this pamphlet, 2256, is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Acute Care and Critical Care, Central Zone, adapted from the Intensive Care Society, United Kingdom
- Pamphlet Number
- 2251
[How to self-prone : instructions for COVID-19 patients and caregivers]
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37549
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Acute Care, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Critical Care.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2256
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This is an Arabic translation of pamphlet 2251. This pamphlet is a teaching tool for COVID-19 patients and their caregivers. When you have COVID-19, lying on your belly and in different positions will help your body to get air into all areas of your lungs. The pamphlet outlines different ways to position yourself to help you breathe easier. The French version of this pamphlet, 2255, "Comment s’allonger sur le ventre : instructions pour les patients atteints de COVID-19 et leurs aidants," is als…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Acute Care
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Critical Care
- Alternate Title
- How to self-prone : instructions for coronavirus patients and caregivers
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- Arabic
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Coronavirus
- Infectious diseases
- Prone Position
- Subjects (LCSH)
- COVID-19 (Disease)
- Infectious diseases
- Patients--Positioning
- Specialty
- Infectious Diseases
- Abstract
- This is an Arabic translation of pamphlet 2251. This pamphlet is a teaching tool for COVID-19 patients and their caregivers. When you have COVID-19, lying on your belly and in different positions will help your body to get air into all areas of your lungs. The pamphlet outlines different ways to position yourself to help you breathe easier. The French version of this pamphlet, 2255, "Comment s’allonger sur le ventre : instructions pour les patients atteints de COVID-19 et leurs aidants," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Acute Care and Critical Care, Central Zone, adapted from the Intensive Care Society, United Kingdom
- Pamphlet Number
- 2256
Comment s’allonger sur le ventre : instructions pour les patients atteints de COVID-19 et leurs aidants
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37537
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Acute Care, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Critical Care.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2255
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Ce dépliant est un outil éducatif pour les patients atteints de COVID-19 et leurs aidants. Lorsque vous êtes atteint de COVID-19, le fait de vous allonger sur le ventre et d'adopter différentes positions aidera votre corps à faire circuler l'air dans toutes les parties de vos poumons. Ce dépliant décrit les différentes façons de vous positionner pour faciliter la respiration. ; This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 2251, "How to Self-Prone - Instructions for COVID-19 Patients and…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Acute Care
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Critical Care
- Alternate Title
- [How to Self-Prone - Instructions for COVID-19 Patients and Caregivers]
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Coronavirus
- Infectious diseases
- Prone Position
- Subjects (LCSH)
- COVID-19 (Disease)
- Infectious diseases
- Patients--Positioning
- Specialty
- Infectious Diseases
- Abstract
- Ce dépliant est un outil éducatif pour les patients atteints de COVID-19 et leurs aidants. Lorsque vous êtes atteint de COVID-19, le fait de vous allonger sur le ventre et d'adopter différentes positions aidera votre corps à faire circuler l'air dans toutes les parties de vos poumons. Ce dépliant décrit les différentes façons de vous positionner pour faciliter la respiration.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 2251, "How to Self-Prone - Instructions for COVID-19 Patients and Caregivers". This pamphlet is a teaching tool for COVID-19 patients and their caregivers. When you have COVID-19, lying on your belly and in different positions will help your body to get air into all areas of your lungs. The pamphlet outlines different ways to position yourself to help you breathe easier. The Arabic translation of this pamphlet, 2256, is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Acute Care and Critical Care, Central Zone, adapted from the Intensive Care Society, United Kingdom
- Pamphlet Number
- 2255
Radiation therapy : what you need to know about your appointments
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38217
Nova Scotia Health. Central Zone. Radiation Therapy.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4057
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet should answer most questions you may have about your radiation therapy appointments and help you plan for your treatments.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Central Zone. Radiation Therapy
- 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
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- This pamphlet should answer most questions you may have about your radiation therapy appointments and help you plan for your treatments.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: NSH Central Zone Radiation Therapy Team
- Pamphlet Number
- 4057
Cancer clinical trials
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38219
Nova Scotia Health. Central Zone. Radiation Therapy.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2024.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4056
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet gives information about clinical trials in cancer care. Clinical trials look at new treatments or a group of existing treatments in people with cancer.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Central Zone. Radiation Therapy
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2024
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (2 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Neoplasms
- Clinical Trials as Topic
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer
- Clinical trials
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- This pamphlet gives information about clinical trials in cancer care. Clinical trials look at new treatments or a group of existing treatments in people with cancer.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: NSH Central Zone Radiation Therapy Team
- Pamphlet Number
- 4056
A self-monitoring guide for patients receiving immune checkpoint inhibitors
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38218
Nova Scotia Health. Central Zone. Radiation Therapy.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4053
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Immunotherapy is a type of cancer medicine. This pamphlet gives information about possible side effects of immune checkpoint inhibitors (a type of immunotherapy).
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Central Zone. Radiation Therapy
- 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)
- Neoplasms
- Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer
- Immunotherapy
- Specialty
- Cancer Care
- Abstract
- Immunotherapy is a type of cancer medicine. This pamphlet gives information about possible side effects of immune checkpoint inhibitors (a type of immunotherapy).
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: NSH Central Zone Radiation Therapy Team
- Pamphlet Number
- 4053
Extravasation care for cancer patients
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37383
Nova Scotia Health. Central Zone. Radiation Therapy.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 4059
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
During your systemic therapy treatment, a rare complication may have occurred called extravasation. This is when a drug leaks out of the vein and under the skin. This pamphlet outlines what to do if this happens, including skin care, treatment, and other things to know.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Central Zone. Radiation Therapy
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([2] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Extravasation of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Materials
- Home Nursing
- Neoplasms - drug therapy
- Patient Safety
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Cancer--Chemotherapy--Complications
- Home nursing
- Patient safety
- Specialty
- Medical Oncology
- Pharmacy
- Abstract
- During your systemic therapy treatment, a rare complication may have occurred called extravasation. This is when a drug leaks out of the vein and under the skin. This pamphlet outlines what to do if this happens, including skin care, treatment, and other things to know.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: NSH Central Zone Radiation Therapy Team
- Pamphlet Number
- 4059
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
Exercises after neck surgery
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35553
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Physiotherapy.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2021.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0056
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
The exercises in this guide will help you improve the range of motion (ROM) and strength in your neck and shoulder muscles after your neck surgery. Illustrations showing how to do each exercise are included.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Physiotherapy
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (8 p.): digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Exercise Therapy
- Neck - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Exercise therapy
- Physical therapy
- Neck--Surgery
- Specialty
- Physiotherapy
- Abstract
- The exercises in this guide will help you improve the range of motion (ROM) and strength in your neck and shoulder muscles after your neck surgery. Illustrations showing how to do each exercise are included.
- Notes
- Previous title: Exercise program after neck surgery
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Physiotherapy
- Pamphlet Number
- 0056
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
- View Pamphlet
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…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- 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.
- The French version of this pamphlet 2366, "Laryngectomie totale," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Otolaryngology Staff
- Pamphlet Number
- 0439
Laryngectomie totale
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38221
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Otolaryngology.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2366
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
La laryngectomie totale consiste à enlever le larynx en entier (ablation). Votre larynx est enlevé parce qu'il est atteint d'une maladie (comme le cancer). Votre façon habituelle de parler changera après l'opération. Le présent document explique ce à quoi vous attendre avant l’opération, le matin de l'opération et juste après. Il traite également de ce qui vous attend à la maison, de la protection contre la grippe, des soins à apporter à la stomie et à la canule de laryngectomie, du matériel, d…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Central Zone. Otolaryngology
- Alternate Title
- Total laryngectomy
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (10 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Laryngectomy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Laryngectomy
- Specialty
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Abstract
- La laryngectomie totale consiste à enlever le larynx en entier (ablation). Votre larynx est enlevé parce qu'il est atteint d'une maladie (comme le cancer). Votre façon habituelle de parler changera après l'opération. Le présent document explique ce à quoi vous attendre avant l’opération, le matin de l'opération et juste après. Il traite également de ce qui vous attend à la maison, de la protection contre la grippe, des soins à apporter à la stomie et à la canule de laryngectomie, du matériel, de l'humidité, de la rééducation vocale, de l'alimentation, du suivi et des symptômes qui nécessitent des soins médicaux. Une recette d'eau stérile est fournie.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0439, "Total Laryngectomy". 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
- 2366
