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This handout gives instructions to follow before a capsule endoscopy test. It includes what to expect on the day of the procedure.

This handout is for patients who have recently had a total hip or knee joint replacement. This handout provides step-by-step instructions for getting into and out of a car during recovery from this procedure.

This handout explains why drinking extra carbohydrates (carbs) before surgery is helpful. It also tells how to do your carbohydrate loading.

This handout explains the drug carboplatin, which is used to treat cancer. The handout includes how to manage common side effects.

This brochure describes the Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Clinic and how the clinic can help children with congenital heart disease. The clinic is part of the Center on Human Development and Disability at the University of Washington.

This handout describes a cardiac nuclear medicine exam, which is done to study the structure and function of the heart. It includes how to prepare for the exam, how it works, what to expect, and how to get the results.

This handout explains a cardiac PYP scan. Cardiac means related to the heart, and PYP stands for pyrophosphate. A cardiac PYP scan uses a radioactive form of PYP called Tc99m-PYP. The handout tells how the scan works, what to expect, and how to get your results. 

This handout gives information for the patient beginning a cardiac rehabilitation program. It includes benefits, how to get started, how the program works, and a list of cardiac rehab programs in western Washington state. This handout is also a chapter in the manual "Managing Your Heart Condition," which is given to patients who have had a serious type of heart attack called a STEMI (ST-elevated myocardial infarction).

This chapter of the Heart Transplant Manual describes the process of rejection -- when the immune system attacks the transplanted heart.

This handout describes a cardio-pulmonary test and explains how to prepare for it. This test is done to assess how well your heart and lungs work when you exercise.

This handout explains the Cardiovascular Wellness and Prevention Program at UW Medicine Sports Medicine Center in Seattle, WA. It tells what to expect when you enroll in the program.

This handout for kidney/pancreas transplant patients details clinic care after discharge. Issues covered include what should be done at home to help prepare for clinic visits, a typical clinic visit day, and when to call the transplant coordinator. This document is also a chapter in "Your Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Guide," which is available from Materials Management #171915.

This document is part of the "Rehab and Beyond" manual. It covers preparing for discharge, advice from rehab patients and staff, and helpful tips on choosing, hiring, and working with a caregiver.

This handout for liver transplant patients outlines the main issues related to leaving the hospital after transplantation. Issues covered include follow-up and clinic visits, self-monitoring, and general health guidelines. This document is also a chapter in "Your Liver Transplant Guide: At University of Washington Medical Center," which is available from Materials Management #UH1915.

This handout describes what to expect after a D & E (dilation and evacuation) procedure, including care instructions and when to call the clinic.

This handout gives instructions for self-care after treatment at UWMC Advanced General Dentistry. Included are what to expect and how to manage pain, swelling, and bruising. Specific instructions are given for root canal therapy and splints.

This handout explains care after spinal surgery, in the hospital and after discharge. Information is given about follow-up exams, prescription refills, and when to call the doctor or nurse.

This handout for caregivers gives information about the people and resources that can help support them as they care for a loved one during and after their cancer treatment.

This handout provides care instructions for care of an intravenous catheter, including when to call the doctor, what to do if the IV comes out, and what to do if the catheter comes apart or breaks off.

This handout explains self-care at home when you have an intravenous (IV) catheter. This device is often placed when a patient must return to the hospital for treatment 2 or more days in a row.

This handout explains how to care for a urinary cathether. It includes what catheter-associated urinary tract infections are, how they are treated, and care that will help prevent them.

This handout gives information to help parents take care of their newborn infant at home. It explains bathing, cord care, diapering, dressing, sleep positioning, and feeding by breast or bottle. It also covers spitting up, stools, temperature, hiccups, sneezing, skin quality, crying, crossed eyes, baby breast swelling, chin quivering, cough, and sleeping habits. This document is a chapter in the birth book "Caring for Yourself and Your New Baby."

This handout for parents of babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) explains developmental care, a way to help premature infants feel as calm and comfortable as possible.

This manual is for parents and families of babies who are being cared for in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle, WA. Sections include "Learning About the NICU," "Learning About Your Baby," "Learning Your Needs," "Learning About Lactation and Feeding in the NICU," "Learning What You Need to Go Home," and "Learning About Home."

The individual chapters of this manual are included on Health Online as separate records.

This handout was written by staff at Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (SCCA). It is available on Health Online as a courtesy to patients and staff at UWMC and SCCA. It includes step-by-step instructions on flushing the catheter, protecting the central line when bathing, and changing the dressing.