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How to minimize the pain of needle pokes with numbing cream

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123660
Acute Pain Service. Vancouver, BC: BC Children's Hospital , 2022.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BC-Childrens-Needle-Pokes-Numbing-Cream.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Learn when and how to use numbing cream (EMLA, AMETOP, and other topical anesthetics).
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URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BC-Childrens-Needle-Pokes-Numbing-Cream.pdf
Corporate Author
Acute Pain Service
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Children's Hospital
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
PDF; 2 pages
Subject
Pain Control
Immunizations-Children
Immunizations
Blood Tests. Blood Chemistries
Abstract
Learn when and how to use numbing cream (EMLA, AMETOP, and other topical anesthetics).
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
URLs
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BC-Childrens-Needle-Pokes-Numbing-Cream.pdf
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Understanding lab and imaging tests

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog110801
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. White Plains, NY: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society , 2020.
URL
https://www.lls.org/sites/default/files/2021-05/PS41_Understanding_Lab_Imaging_0120FINAL.pdf
Material Type
Booklet
Online
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Learn more about how lab and imaging tests are used to help detect (diagnose) and treat blood cancers (types of leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes and myeloproliferative disorders). Includes tips to help keep track of test results and a handout with suggested questions to ask yo…
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URL
https://www.lls.org/sites/default/files/2021-05/PS41_Understanding_Lab_Imaging_0120FINAL.pdf
Corporate Author
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Place of Publication
White Plains, NY
Publisher
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
PDF; 60 pages
Subject
Cancer-Diagnosis
Laboratory Tests/Values
Leukemia
Lymphoma
Abstract
Learn more about how lab and imaging tests are used to help detect (diagnose) and treat blood cancers (types of leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes and myeloproliferative disorders). Includes tips to help keep track of test results and a handout with suggested questions to ask your health provider.
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Online

Copies

Copy 1 BC Children's and Women's Family Library Available
URLs
https://www.lls.org/sites/default/files/2021-05/PS41_Understanding_Lab_Imaging_0120FINAL.pdf
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What happens when a kid has cancer

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog124087
Olsher, Sara. Santa Rosa, CA: Mighty and Bright , 2020.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 500 OLS 2020
Availability
2 copies, 1 available
What Happens When a Kid Has Cancer is a book written with purpose of relieving the anxiety and confusion that comes from a child's cancer diagnosis and treatment.; What Happens When a Kid Has Cancer covers the main points of pediatric cancer, what it is and what the experience of treatment is like,…
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Author
Olsher, Sara
Place of Publication
Santa Rosa, CA
Publisher
Mighty and Bright
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
Softcover
Series
A What About Me? Book
Subject
Children with Cancer
Abstract
What Happens When a Kid Has Cancer is a book written with purpose of relieving the anxiety and confusion that comes from a child's cancer diagnosis and treatment.
What Happens When a Kid Has Cancer covers the main points of pediatric cancer, what it is and what the experience of treatment is like, and shows how it can change a kid's day. The book is great for ages 4 -10 and discusses:
- The science of cancer
- Changes to routines
- Surgery and anesthesia
- Chemotherapy
- Hair loss and hair changes
- Port, central line, and tubies
- Hospital stays
- Radiation
- Scans and blood draws
- Emotions relating to cancer
ISBN
9781734864168
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 500 OLS 2020

Copies

copy 1 BC Children's and Women's Family Library On Loan, due Monday, March 4, 2024
copy 2 BC Children's and Women's Family Library Available
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What happens when my sibling has cancer

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123771
Olsher, Sara. [Santa Rosa, CA]: Mighty and Bright , 2021.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 557 OLS 2021
Availability
4 copies, 3 available
Join Mia and her stuffed giraffe Stuart as they explain the science of cancer and how a loved one's diagnosis and treatment affects a kid's day-to-day life.What Happens When My Sibling Has Cancer uses bright and fun illustrations to show how cells can turn into cancer, and helps reduce confusion ab…
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Author
Olsher, Sara
Place of Publication
[Santa Rosa, CA]
Publisher
Mighty and Bright
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
Softcover; no pagination
Series
A what about me? book - Starring Mia + Stuart
Subject
Children with Cancer-Coping for Siblings
Sibling Relationships
Abstract
Join Mia and her stuffed giraffe Stuart as they explain the science of cancer and how a loved one's diagnosis and treatment affects a kid's day-to-day life.What Happens When My Sibling Has Cancer uses bright and fun illustrations to show how cells can turn into cancer, and helps reduce confusion about how cancer treatment affects the child and their siblings.
Notes
For ages 4 - 10
ISBN
9781736611487
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
JUNIOR FE 557 OLS 2021

Copies

copy 3 BC Children's and Women's Family Library On Loan, due Monday, March 4, 2024
copy 1 BC Children's and Women's Family Library Available
copy 2 BC Children's and Women's Family Library Available
copy 4 BC Children's and Women's Family Library Available
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If your adolescent has an eating disorder: An essential resource for parents

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122734
Walsh, B. Timothy., Glasofer, Deborah R. Oxford University Press, Inc. , 2020. 2nd.
URL
https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/cwhbc/detail.action?docID=6207056
Material Type
Ebook
Call Number
BB 500 WAL 2020
This book is an authoritative guide to understanding and helping a teenager with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder, or other eating disorders. It combines the latest science--including the newest treatments and most up-to-date resear…
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URL
https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/cwhbc/detail.action?docID=6207056
Author
Walsh, B. Timothy.
Glasofer, Deborah R.
Edition
2nd
Publisher
Oxford University Press, Inc.
Publication Date
2020
Subject
Eating Disorders
Anorexia Nervosa
Bulimia
Parenting
Young Adults-Mental Health. Psychology
Abstract
This book is an authoritative guide to understanding and helping a teenager with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder, or other eating disorders. It combines the latest science--including the newest treatments and most up-to-date research findings on eating disorders--with the practical wisdom of parents who have been in the trenches raising teens with eating disorders.
ISBN
9780190076832
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Call Number
BB 500 WAL 2020
URLs
https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/cwhbc/detail.action?docID=6207056
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When your child has a chronic medical illness: A guide for the parenting journey

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123817
Sileo, Frank J., Potter, Carol S. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association , 2021.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
EF 850.5 SIL 2021
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Written by leading mental health professionals, this warm and accessible parenting book for children with chronic illnesses offers clear, practical guidance for all aspects of the journey. It is recommended by professionals at the American Diabetes Association, Invisible Disabilities Association, t…
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Author
Sileo, Frank J.
Potter, Carol S.
Place of Publication
Washington, DC
Publisher
American Psychological Association
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
Softcover; 419 pages
Subject
Coping with Chronic Illness-Children
Coping with Chronic Illness in the Family
Coping with Chronic Illness-Young Adult
Abstract
Written by leading mental health professionals, this warm and accessible parenting book for children with chronic illnesses offers clear, practical guidance for all aspects of the journey. It is recommended by professionals at the American Diabetes Association, Invisible Disabilities Association, the Crohn's Colitis Foundation, and other expert national and regional sources.
For all its joys, parenting is a complex job, and when your child has a chronic illness, the stress can feel overwhelming. When your child is diagnosed, you begin a parenting journey filled with strong emotions, difficult choices, confusing words, and interactions with numerous professionals and specialists.
You're focused on ensuring your child gets the best possible treatments for their symptoms, so it's easy to overlook or dismiss the impact the illness can have on your relationships and emotions. This book places your psychological well-being front and center, so you can be the best caregiver possible for your child.
Along with suggestions for making laughter and mindfulness part of your daily self-care routine, it offers guidance for choosing the right therapist for your family, should extra support be needed. Every family's journey with chronic illness is unique, but you don't have to go it alone.
ISBN
9781433833816
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
EF 850.5 SIL 2021

Copies

BC Children's and Women's Family Library Available
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Heading home after a transfusion

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog112952
Transfusion Medicine. Vancouver, BC: BC Children's and BC Women's Hospitals and Health Centre , 2022.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/Heading-Home-After-Transfusion.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
CW74
Provides information about symptoms to look for after a transfusion.
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URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/Heading-Home-After-Transfusion.pdf
Corporate Author
Transfusion Medicine
Place of Publication
Vancouver, BC
Publisher
BC Children's and BC Women's Hospitals and Health Centre
Publication Date
2022
Physical Description
PDF: 2 p.
Subject
Blood Transfusions
Abstract
Provides information about symptoms to look for after a transfusion.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Call Number
CW74
Images
thumbnail
URLs
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/Heading-Home-After-Transfusion.pdf
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Spinal headache and epidural blood patch

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog123070
Department of Anesthesiology. [Vancouver, BC?]: BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre , 2021.
URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW_EpiduralBloodPatch.pdf
Material Type
Handout
Online
Many people experience a headache after birth. A spinal headache is a special type of headache that people can have after an epidural or spinal anesthetic. It is caused by a hole in the spinal fluid sac, where the epidural went in.; This handout describes symptoms of spinal headaches. It also expla…
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URL
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW_EpiduralBloodPatch.pdf
Corporate Author
Department of Anesthesiology
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
BC Women's Hospital + Health Centre
Publication Date
2021
Physical Description
PDF file: 2 p.
Subject
Pain Control
Drug Delivery Systems
Childbirth
Drug Side Effects
Abstract
Many people experience a headache after birth. A spinal headache is a special type of headache that people can have after an epidural or spinal anesthetic. It is caused by a hole in the spinal fluid sac, where the epidural went in.
This handout describes symptoms of spinal headaches. It also explains how an epidural blood patch procedure can help. A blood patch uses your own blood to patch a hole in your spinal fluid sac.
Language
English
Material Type
Handout
Online
Images
thumbnail
URLs
http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCW_EpiduralBloodPatch.pdf
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Bone marrow and blood stem cell transplants : A guide for patients and their loved ones

https://bcch.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog122751
Stewart, Susan K., Bendell, Norm (Illustrator). Highland Park, IL: BMTinfonet.org , 2020.
Material Type
Book
Call Number
FC 503 STE 2020
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
A comprehensive and easy-to-read book that's a must for patients considering a transplant using donor bone marrow, blood stem cells or cord blood. The book explains what to expect before, during and after a transplant and includes the perspective of patients and caregivers as well.
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Author
Stewart, Susan K.
Bendell, Norm (Illustrator)
Place of Publication
Highland Park, IL
Publisher
BMTinfonet.org
Publication Date
2020
Physical Description
242 pages
Subject
Bone Marrow Transplantation
Abstract
A comprehensive and easy-to-read book that's a must for patients considering a transplant using donor bone marrow, blood stem cells or cord blood. The book explains what to expect before, during and after a transplant and includes the perspective of patients and caregivers as well.
ISBN
9781733726856
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Call Number
FC 503 STE 2020

Copies

copy 1 BC Children's and Women's Family Library Available
copy 2 BC Children's and Women's Family Library Available
copy 3 BC Children's and Women's Family Library Available
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