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Patient Education Resources

1,430 Patient Education Resources

Living Kidney Donor Discharge Instructions

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WQ85-2407

This pamphlet gives information on how to heal and stay healthy after your kidney donation surgery. Topics include incision (cut) care, activity, feelings after surgery, medications, Post Donation Program, and symptoms that require a trip to the Emergency Department.

Living With Your Pacemaker

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WG85-0019

This pamphlet explains how your heart beats, what happens if you have problems with your heartbeat, what a pacemaker is, how the procedure is done, what will happen after your procedure, and your care at home. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP)

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WP85-1383

A LEEP is used to treat or remove abnormal cells on your cervix (lower part of the uterus). This pamphlet explains how to get ready for your LEEP, how it is done, what to expect after your LEEP, and possible risks. A list of symptoms that need medical attention is included.

Loving Care: Parents and Families

| .pdf | PRINT CODE 09048

This booklet contains information on parent care and family care, including topics such as postpartum care, mental health, family safety, eating for wellness, siblings, and childcare. It also has additional resources in the back of the book, including a car seat guide and a support and information contacts section.

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