Patient Education Resources

Catheter Ablation

Catheter ablation is a treatment for certain kinds of heart rhythm problems. This pamphlet explains what to expect before, during, and after catheter ablation. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Cathétérisme cardiaque (examen avec colorant)

Ce document contient des informations sur la procédure de cathétérisme cardiaque (examen avec colorant) et sur ce à quoi vous devez vous attendre après votre retour chez vous. Ce document décrit comment la procédure est effectuée, comment vous devez vous préparer et ce qui se passera le jour de l’examen.Le document indique aussi ce qu’il faut faire en cas de saignement et dans quelles circonstances il faut consulter un médecin. This pamphlet is also available in English.

Cathétérisme cardiaque droit - Halifax Infirmary

Ce test aide votre cardiologue (spécialiste du cœur) à trouver la cause de votre problème cardiaque et à vous recommander un traitement. La présente brochure explique comment vous préparer pour le test, la façon dont il est fait, les risques qui s’y rattachent et les soins après l’intervention. This pamphlet is also available in English.

Central Diabetes Insipidus (DI)

Central diabetes insipidus (also called diabetes insipidus or DI) is a condition that causes the water in your body to be out of balance. This pamphlet explains the causes and symptoms of DI, and how DI is diagnosed and treated.

Cervical Cancer Screening: A Guide to Colposcopy

This pamphlet describes why you were referred for a colposcopy test, what will happen during and after the appointment, including next steps based on test results.

Cervical Cancer Screening: A Guide to Your Pap Test Results

A Pap test checks for cell changes on the cervix and is an important screening test for cervical cancer. This pamphlet explains the different results and next steps.

Cervical Ripening with Dinoprostone Vaginal Gel (Prostin®)

Prostin® is a medicated gel containing a medication called dinoprostone (prostaglandin E2). It softens the cervix to get it ready for labour. This pamphlet explains what to expect when you get Prostin®. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Cervical Screening Practice Guidelines

Guidelines for cervical screening are explained including who should be screened and how often.

Changeways Treatment Group

The Changeways group is for people with depression or low mood as their main concern. The group teaches skills in problem-solving and managing your lifestyle to help with your mood. Topics include when and where the group meets, what you need to bring, who will be there, sharing with the group, and how the group will help you.

Changing a One-Piece Colostomy or Ileostomy Appliance: Central Zone

This instruction sheet outlines equipment needed and gives step-by-step procedures to help you change a 1-piece colostomy/ileostomy appliance.