Patient Education Resources

Possible Ectopic (Tubal) Pregnancy

An ectopic (tubal) pregnancy is when a fertilized egg attaches outside of the uterus. The egg often implants in 1 of the fallopian tubes. As the egg grows, it can cause the tube to rupture (break). This pamphlet explains why you may need to be tested for an ectopic pregnancy, how the test is done, symptoms to watch for when waiting for your test results, and how you will get your test results. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)

This pamphlet is for SANE Program patients. It explains what post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is, how to take the medication, and your options for picking it up.

Posterior Vitreous Detachment (PVD)

This pamphlet explains what causes PVD, the symptoms of PVD, and how PVD is diagnosed and treated. Information about follow-up care is given. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Potential for Violent or Aggressive Behaviour

This pamphlet outlines how all patients who come to an Emergency Department for treatment are screened for the potential (possibility) of violence and aggression. If you are identified as showing a potential for violence or aggression, or have demonstrated violence or aggression, we add a note to your health record to help us keep you and our staff safe.

Pour la prévention, le dépistage et le traitement des poux

Cette brochure contient de l'information sur la façon de prévenir les poux, de vérifier s'il y en a et de les traiter.

Pourquoi faisons-nous le dépistage des organisms antibiorésistants (OA)

Parfois, les bactéries développent la capacité de ne plus être détruites par les antibiotiques. Quand cela se produit, on dit que les bactéries (organismes) sont « résistantes » aux antibiotiques et on parle alors des organismes antibiorésistants (OA). Ce dépliant explique comment les OA se propagent, le dépistage des OA et les raisons pour lesquelles nous procédons au dépistage des OA. This pamphlet is also available in English.

Pre-Eclampsia

This pamphlet explains what pre-eclampsia is, risks, how it will affect your baby, and treatment.

Précautions à prendre après une sédation

Ce dépliant donne les instructions à suivre après une sédation, de l'information sur les médicaments et une liste de symptômes qui peuvent nécessiter des soins médicaux. This pamphlet is also available in English.

Prednisone for Glomerulonephritis

Prednisone is a type of medication known as a corticosteroid. It 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 how to store this medication.

Pregnancy and Radiation Therapy

Radiation therapy can harm unborn babies. This pamphlet provides information and next steps for patients of childbearing age.