Patient Education Resources

How to Manage a Nerve Block Infusion at Home

This pamphlet explains how a nerve block infusion works, what to do if the catheter pulls out of your skin, what you need to know about the numbing medication, and what to do after you leave the hospital.

How to Prevent, Find, and Treat Head Lice

This pamphlet contains information about how to prevent, check for, and treat head lice.

How to Puree Foods

This pamphlet explains how to puree foods. Topics include food safety, helpful hints, ways to add calories and protein, what to do if constipation (not being able to poop) is a problem, as well as recipes.

How to Self-Prone With a Lung Injury

When you have a lung injury, lying on your belly and in different positions will help your body to get air into all areas of your lungs. This pamphlet explains how to position yourself to help you breathe easier. This pamphlet is also available in French and Arabic.

How to Self-Prone With a Lung Injury [Arabic]

التطبيق الذاتي لوضعية الاستلقاء على الوجه والبطن عند التعرض لإصابة في الرئة

How to Stay Calm When Your Baby Cries

This pamphlet explains the challenges you may experience when your baby cries. Ways to comfort your baby are provided. As you get to know your baby's behaviours, you will understand your baby's cries and how they prefer to be soothed.

How to Support Your Child or Adolescent With Eating When They Have an Eating Disorder

This pamphlet explains how parents can help their child or adolescent with an eating disorder during meals.

How to Thicken Liquids

For many people with swallowing problems, it can be safer to drink thick liquids. This pamphlet lists the thickness level that is right for you. It also includes examples of commercial thickening products and drinks, and explains how to use a commercial thickener. Other thickening ideas and tips, and information on how much liquid you need each day is included.

How to Use Coban™ Wrap

Coban™ wrap is an elastic material like a bandage. It is used to lower swelling or to support a joint. This pamphlet shows you how to apply Coban™ wrap.

How to Use Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)

This pamphlet provides information about nicotine replacement therapy options (like the patch, lozenges, gum, inhaler, mouth spray).