Patient Education Resources

Living Kidney Donation

If you are interested in becoming a living kidney donor, this pamphlet outlines the process of donating a kidney and answers common questions you may have.

Living Kidney Donor Discharge Instructions

This pamphlet gives information on how to heal and stay healthy after your kidney donation surgery. Topics include incision (cut) care, activity, feelings after surgery, medications, Post Donation Program, and symptoms that require a trip to the Emergency Department.

Managing Fluid Intake

The kidneys, liver, and heart work to keep fluids in balance. Sometimes, fluid builds up in our bodies. With some medical conditions, you may need to limit your fluid intake. This pamphlet lists signs that fluid may be building up in your body and tips for managing your fluid intake.

Managing Potassium in Kidney Disease

Potassium is a mineral in your body that helps your nerves, muscles, and heart work properly. When your kidneys do not work as well, your potassium levels may go up. This pamphlet explains how to manage potassium if you have kidney disease.

Managing Your Fluid Intake in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

This pamphlet explains how to maintain an ideal balance of fluid in your body when managing chronic kidney disease.

Médicaments en vente libre et maladie du rein chronique

Si vous souffrez d'une maladie du rein chronique (aussi appelée néphropathie chronique), il est important de savoir quels médicaments en vente libre vous ne devez pas prendre. This pamphlet is also available in English and in Simplified Chinese.

Mycophenolate for Glomerulonephritis

Mycophenolate mofetil or mycophenolic acid is a medication that works by lowering your body’s harmful response to immune system diseases like glomerulonephritis. This pamphlet explains how to take this medication, possible side effects, and how to store this medication.

Nocturnal Dialysis Nutrition Guidelines

Nocturnal Home Hemodialysis (NHHD) is a type of dialysis done at home overnight, usually for 8 to 9 hours, 5 to 6 nights a week. The main parts of the NHHD nutrition plan are protein, phosphorus, sodium (salt), fluids, and potassium. This pamphlet gives information about each of these items, as well as a sample meal plan.

Non-tunneled Hemodialysis Catheter

This pamphlet explains the procedure for having a non-tunneled hemodialysis catheter inserted and what to expect before, during and after the procedure.

Nutrition Guidelines for CAPD

This pamphlet provides eating guidelines if you are on Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD).