Patient Education Resources

Ear Surgery - Valley Regional Hospital

This pamphlet explains what to expect before and after ear surgery, and how to care for yourself at home.

Getting Your Child Ready for Anesthesia or Sedation - Antigonish Memorial Regional Hospital

This pamphlet explains how to get your child ready for surgery at Antigonish Memorial Regional Hospital. It explains the difference between anesthesia (medication to put them to sleep for surgery) and sedation (medication to help them relax and fall asleep). Instructions for what to do the night before surgery and the day of surgery (4 hours and 2 hours before) are provided.

Having a Spinal Anesthetic Before Your Surgery - Aberdeen Hospital

This pamphlet explains what will happen when you have a spinal anesthetic for surgery. Topics include what a spinal anesthetic is, how it is different from a general anesthetic, the benefits and risks, and what will happen after it wears off.

Having a Spinal Anesthetic Before Your Surgery - HI, VGH, DGH, HCH

This pamphlet explains what a spinal anesthetic is, the benefits and risks, and what to expect.

Mid-Urethral Sling Surgery

Mid-urethral sling surgery treats stress urinary incontinence (SUI). There are 2 types of mid-urethral sling surgery: a mesh mid-urethral sling and a pubovaginal sling. Topics include the differences between the 2 types of slings and possible risks for each. This pamphlet will help you decide which type may be right for you.

Prehab: Eating Well Before Surgery

Prehab (prehabilitation) is what you do to get ready for surgery. This includes healthy eating. This pamphlet explains what healthy eating before surgery is and how it can help. Topics include protein, iron, and omega-3 fats.

Préparer la peau avant une chirurgie orthopédique

Ce document explique comment utiliser des lingettes de gluconate de chlorhexidine (GCH) pour nettoyer votre peau avant une opération. This pamphlet is also available in English.

Preparing Your Skin Before Open Heart Surgery

This pamphlet explains how to prepare your skin before open heart surgery using 2% Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) cloths.

Preparing Your Skin Before Orthopaedic Surgery

This pamphlet explains how to use CHG cloths to clean your skin before surgery. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Preparing Your Skin Before Vascular Surgery - Halifax Infirmary

This pamphlet provides specific instructions on how to clean your skin using CHG wipes before your surgery. What to expect and instructions for showering, shaving, and using personal care products are listed.