Patient Education Resources

Restorative Care Unit (RCU) - All Saints Springhill Hospital

The goal of the RCU is to help you live as independently as possible. This pamphlet provides information about your stay at the RCU.

Restorative Care Unit (RCU): Sutherland Harris Memorial Hospital

The Restorative Care Unit at Sutherland Harris Memorial Hospital safely helps patients and their families reach their highest level of independent living. This pamphlet answers questions you may have about your stay in the unit.

Rétablissement après une commotion cérébrale

Une commotion cérébrale est une lésion cérébrale traumatique (LCT). Le présent guide contient de l'information sur la durée des symptômes, sur les symptômes à surveiller et sur ce à quoi s'attendre au cours des premières semaines. Une liste détaillée des symptômes courants et des moyens d'y remédier, ainsi qu'une foire aux questions (FAQ) sont également incluses.

Retinal Acuity Meter (RAM)

The Retinal Acuity Meter (RAM) is a test used to measure how much vision you have in your retina, the back of your eye. This pamphlet explains getting ready for the test, how the RAM is done, and what to expect after the test. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Retinal Detachment (RD)

A retinal detachment (RD) is a condition that happens when the retina detaches (pulls away) from the inside wall of the eye. This pamphlet explains what causes RD, what the symptoms of RD are, who is at risk for RD, and how RD is diagnosed and treated.

Retinal Treatments

Change or damage to the retina can cause vision loss. This pamphlet explains how you can tell if your retina is damaged, what kinds of damage can happen to the retina, and types of treatments and surgery. This pamphlet is also available in French.

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.

Risankizumab (Skyrizi®) Therapy for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Risankizumab is a biologic medication that treats inflammation. This pamphlet explains how risankizumab works, how it is given, and how long you can expect to take it.

Risperidone (Risperdal®, Risperdal Consta®)

Risperidone is most often used to treat psychosis or mania. It is also used to treat some symptoms of dementia. This pamphlet explains how to take risperidone, how it helps, how quickly it will work, how long you should take it, and possible side effects.

Rituximab for Glomerulonephritis

Rituximab 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 if this medication is safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding.