Living With Your Pacemaker
This pamphlet explains what happens if you have problems with your heartbeat, what a pacemaker is and how it is put in, and what will happen after your procedure. This pamphlet is also available in French.
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My Holter Diary
You have been scheduled for a Holter exam. This is a recording of your heart, called an ECG/EKG (electrocardiogram). This pamphlet explains what to do during your Holter exam and what to write in your Holter diary.
My Holter Diary - Cobequid Community Health Centre
You have been scheduled for a Holter exam. This is a recording of your heart, called an ECG/EKG (electrocardiogram). This pamphlet explains what to do during your Holter exam and what to write in your Holter diary.
Nitroglycerin (Nitro) Pumpspray
Nitroglycerin (nitro) pumpspray (also called nitro spray) is used to treat chest pain or discomfort. This pamphlet explains why you may need this medication, how to take it, side effects, and how to store it. This pamphlet is also available in French (FF85-1782).
Peripheral Bypass Surgery
This pamphlet will help you learn what to expect after your peripheral bypass surgery. Topics include incision care, activity, staying healthy after surgery, and follow-up care. Warning signs and what to do is given.
PFO or ASD Closure: Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) or Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) - Halifax Infirmary, QE II)
During a PFO or an ASD closure, a puncture is made in your groin so that the cardiologist (heart doctor) can put a special catheter (tube) into your vein. This pamphlet explains what to bring to the hospital, what to expect before, during and after the procedure.
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.
Right Heart Catheterization Test - Halifax Infirmary
This test will help your cardiologist (heart doctor) find the cause of your heart problem and recommend treatment. This pamphlet explains how to get ready for the test, how the test is done, risks, and care after the test. This pamphlet is also available in French.
The Adult Congenital Heart Disease Clinic - Halifax Infirmary
The Adult Congenital Heart Disease Clinic is for adults (16 years old or older) who were born with a heart defect (problem with the heart’s structure).
The Cardiology Service at the QE II
The Cardiology Service provides various tests, procedures, and other care to heart patients. This pamphlet details the different cardiology units at the QE II and members of your health care team. It also includes what you and your support person(s) should know about your hospital stay.