Making Health Care Decisions for Someone Else: Acting as a Substitute Decision-Maker (SDM) (Simplified Chinese)

为他人做出医疗保健决策：作为替代决策者

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.

Drinking Bottled Water Between Meals

This pamphlet gives guidelines for drinking water safely between meals for people with swallowing problems.

Thrombotic Thrombocytopenia Purpura (TTP)

TTP stands for thrombotic thrombocytopenia purpura. TTP damages the lining of your blood vessels. This causes very small clots to form that can block the blood flow in your body. This pamphlet looks at causes, symptoms, treatment options, and ways to prevent injury or bleeding problems.

Therapeutic Apheresis

Apheresis is the process of removing blood from your body, filtering (removing) something out of the blood, and putting the filtered blood back into your body. This pamphlet outlines common types of apheresis, how apheresis is done, how to get ready for treatment, and what to expect.

After a Cancer Diagnosis: Engaging in Physical Activity is Important! (HRM)

This pamphlet lists ideas for physical activity, the benefits, and how to exercise safely for people living within the Halifax Regional Municipality.