Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)
Photodynamic therapy is a treatment that may help some eye conditions. Topics include how PDT works, getting ready, how treatment is done, and care afterwards. This pamphlet is also available in French.
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Physical Activity After an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
After an acquired brain injury (ABI), it is important to stay active.
Physical Activity Prescription
This tear-off pad is a teaching tool to you stay active. It includes guidelines for frequency (how often), intensity, duration, plus exercise activity ideas.
Physiotherapy Services in Nova Scotia
This pamphlet gives information on physiotherapy services available in Nova Scotia. Topics include how physiotherapy can help you, and how to pay for this service. This pamphlet is also available in French.
PICC Line
A PICC (peripherally inserted central catheter) line is a long intravenous (I.V.) catheter (tube). It is put into a vein in your arm and threaded into a vein above your heart. This pamphlet explains how it will be inserted, risks, taking care of your line, and symptoms to watch for.
Pilonidal Sinus Surgery
A pilonidal (“pie-low-NIE-dul”) sinus is when hairs grow under the skin between your buttocks (bum cheeks). You may need surgery if the area becomes infected. Topics include what will happen after surgery and symptoms that need medical help right away.
Pilules contraceptives
Les pilules contraceptives permettent d'éviter une grossesse en empêchant les ovaires de libérer un ovule chaque mois. Cela prévient la fécondation (rencontre d’un ovule et d’un spermatozoïde). Ce dépliant explique dans quelle mesure la pilule est efficace, son délai d'action, ses avantages et ses inconvénients, la manière de la prendre et les effets secondaires possibles. This pamphlet is also available in English.
Planification de votre séjour à l’hôpital après une opération - Halifax Infirmary (HI) Victoria General (VG) Hôpital général de Dartmouth (HGD)
Cette brochure fournit de l’information sur les soins avant et après une opération. Les sujets abordés comprennent : l’anesthésie, les retards, la salle de réveil, la gestion de la douleur et plus. This pamphlet is also available in English.
Planification préalable des soins : Faire connaître vos souhaits personnels et médicaux
La planification préalable des soins est un processus de réflexion sur ce qui est important pour vous afin de vous aider à planifier vos futurs soins médicaux et personnels. This pamphlet is also available in English.
Planning for Your Hospital Stay After Surgery (HI, VG, DGH)
This pamphlet gives information about your care before and after surgery. Topics include anesthetic, delays, the recovery area, pain control, and more. This pamphlet is also available in French.