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Home Hemodialysis (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
Home hemodialysis could be right for you. This resource describes the benefits of home hemodialysis and answers common questions. (English) Colour
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254199Going to Emergency [English] Permalink Public
This pamphlet covers things that kidney patients should be aware of and be prepared for when going to the Emergency department. (English) Colour
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English (255738), Punjabi (262573)
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255738Taking Medications after an Organ Transplant (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
You will have learned a lot about your medications while in the hospital. This sheet is meant to summarize important points about taking your medications. You are taking medications to help keep your transplanted organ working well and to keep you healthy. When you take all your medications as directed, you give yourself the best chance of having a healthy transplanted organ for a long time. (English) Colour
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264124Kidney Transplant – Preventing Urinary Tract Infections (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
A ‘urinary tract infection’ (or U.T.I.) is caused by bacteria entering through the urethra (where urine comes out of the body). The most common type of infection is a bladder infection but could also spread your kidneys. (English) Colour
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265693Caring for Your Urinary Bag at Home - 1 Bag System (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Public
You have a urinary catheter attached to a urinary bag (drainage bag). This informs you about types of urinary bags, when to change your urinary bag, and care at home. (English) Colour
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English (265508), Arabic (265637), Chinese - Simplified (265634), Farsi (265638), French (265685), Korean (265636), Punjabi (265633), Vietnamese (265635)
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265508Kidney Pre-transplant Clinic (Surrey) [English] Permalink Public
Your kidney doctor has referred you for a pre-kidney transplantation assessment. Kidney transplantation is the preferred treatment option for kidney disease. A kidney transplant is an operation (surgery) in which a healthy donated kidney is transplanted into your body. (English) Colour
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265665Your Personal Health Information and Privacy Q&A [English] Permalink Public
Questions and Answers for BC Kidney Patients Kidney care services are delivered through dialysis units and chronic care clinics across the six BC health authorities. The BC Provincial Renal Agency (BCPRA), an agency of the Provincial Health Services Authority, has overall responsibility for planning and coordinating these services. Our goal is to ensure equitable access to high quality care no matter where patients live. The BCPRA must manage personal health information under the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). This Act makes the Agency and its staff accountable for how it collects, uses and discloses your personal information. (English)
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http://www.bcrenal.ca/resource-gallery/Documents/B...Kidney-Friendly Shopping List [English] Permalink Public
The foods listed can be enjoyed by people with kidney disease. These foods are lower in sodium, potassium, and don’t contain phosphorus additives. (English)
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http://www.bcrenalagency.ca/resource-gallery/Docum...Frequently Asked Questions about Stopping Dialysis Treatment [English] Permalink Public
For any patient on dialysis, there may come a time when he or she may feel that dialysis no longer improves their quality of life or meets their personal and health care goals. If this happens, the patient has the right to discontinue dialysis treatments and opt for conservative care. This booklet describes what to consider. (English)
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http://www.bcrenalagency.ca/resource-gallery/Docum...Diabetes Kidney-Friendly Shopping List [English] Permalink Public
The foods listed can be enjoyed by people with diabetes and kidney disease. These foods are lower in sodium, potassium, and don’t contain phosphorus additives. (English)
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