Author

Meuse, Theresa

Jerome, Jessica (ill.)

Place of Publication

Halifax, NS

Publisher

Nimbus publishing

Publication Date

2022

Physical Description

Softcover; 32 pages

Subject

Herbology/Medical Plants

Indigenous Medicine

Abstract

It's early July, and for Matthew and his Auntie that means one thing: time to go sweetgrass picking. This year, Matthew's younger cousin Warren is coming along, and it will be his first time visiting the shoreline where the sweetgrass grows.

With Auntie's traditional Mi'kmaw knowledge and Matthew's gentle guidance, Warren learns about the many uses for sweetgrass - as traditional medicine, a sacred offering, a smudging ingredient - and the importance of not picking more than he needs. Once the trio is back at Auntie's house, she shows the boys how to clean and braid the grass.

ISBN

9781771089333

Language

English

Material Type

Book

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URL

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_JointInjectionPrepBook.pdf

Corporate Author

Medical Day Unit

Department of Rheumatology

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

BC Children's Hospital

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

PDF file: 51 p.

Subject

Medical Procedures

Children's Emotions

Abstract

This picture book prepares children for a joint injection. Using simple language and photos, the story explains who the child will meet, and what will happen, when they come to the Medial Day Unit for this procedure.

Language

English

Material Type

Online

Handout

URL

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH_GeneralProceduresPrepBook.pdf

Alternate Title

General Procedures Prep Book with words

Corporate Author

Child Life Department

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

BC Children's Hospital

Publication Date

2021

Physical Description

PDF file: 51 p.

Subject

Medical Procedures

Children's Emotions

Abstract

This picture book prepares children for a procedure at BC Children's Hospital. Using simple language and photos, the story explains who the child will meet, and what will happen when they come to hospital. The book also includes links to videos, and what your child can expect if they stay overnight.

Language

English

Material Type

Online

Handout

URL

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1383_PiccNeedToKnow.pdf

Corporate Author

IV Home Therapy Program

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

BC Children's Hospital

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

PDF, 4 p.

Subject

Drug Delivery Systems

Medical Equipment and Supplies (general works; includes medical devices)

Abstract

Information on what a PICC is, how to care for a PICC, and what to watch for.

Language

English

Material Type

Online

Handout

Call Number

BCCH1383

URL

http://www.cw.bc.ca/library/pdf/pamphlets/BCCH1576_CuffedPICC.pdf

Website Notes

Click on the link above to view/print.

Corporate Author

IV Home Therapy Program

Place of Publication

[Vancouver, BC?]

Publisher

BC Children's Hospital

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

PDF file, 4 p.

Subject

Catheterization

Medical Equipment and Supplies

Drug Delivery Systems

Abstract

This pamphlet describes the What, Why and How of using a cuffed peripherally inserted central catheter, or cuffed PICC.

Notes

BCCH1576

Language

English

Material Type

Handout

Online

Call Number

BCCH1576

Author

Haroutounian, Simon

Place of Publication

New York, NY

Publisher

Oxford University Press

Publication Date

2020

Physical Description

Hardcover ; 394 p.

Subject

Medication

Drugs

Pharmacology

Drug Therapy (general works). Pharmacology

Abstract

"Your home probably has some sort of pain relief medication, something to combat bouts of allergies, and maybe a few vitamins or supplements from the local health store. And then there are the prescribed medications, the ones you're taking daily and those that you take 'as needed'. But do you ever wonder how your medications work, what is the best time to take each, or how that pain relief tablet, those allergy meds, and prescription drugs interact when taken at the same time? Or how your newly prescribed antibiotic reacts with that glass of wine you had with dinner?

"Preventing Medication Errors at Home tells you what you need to know about those medications in your house and how each can improve your health and possibly cause harm. With drug therapy being a major part of conventional medical treatment, and so many medications available over-the-counter, tens of thousands of people in the United States alone die every year from side effects related to their diabetes, pain, depression and blood-thinning medications, and roughly one million people

are admitted to the hospital for drug-related issues. At least half of these disasters are preventable with proper awareness of how drugs work, how to take them properly, how to identify serious side effects, and how to avoid dangerous drug combinations.

"Dr. Simon Haroutounian presents an engaging, easy-to-read book to help you take responsibility for your medications. Learning how to ask the right questions before you start a new medication is likely to improve your health, and possibly save your life"--from the inside front cover

ISBN

9780190674984

Language

English

Material Type

Book

Call Number

EA 100 HAR 2020

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