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Discharge Instructions: Taking Your Pulse

Taking your pulse is a way to measure your heart rate. Follow these step-by-step instructions to find and measure your pulse.

Discharge Instructions for Pneumonectomy

You had a surgical procedure called a pneumonectomy. This is the removal of one of your lungs. These directions will help you care for yourself at home.

Discharge Instructions for Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)

Learn how to take care of yourself at home when you have peripheral arterial disease (PAD).

Discharge Instructions for Peripheral Angioplasty

You had a procedure known as peripheral angioplasty. Follow these directions on what to do when you get home.

Discharge Instructions: Giving an Intramuscular (IM) Injection in the Hip

When you need an IM injection in your hip, another person must help give you the shot. Read on to learn how this injection is given.

Discharge Instructions for Open Rotator Cuff Repair

If you've had rotator cuff repair, this sheet can help you care for yourself after the procedure.

Discharge Instructions: Self-Catheterization for People With a Penis

Self-catheterization means putting a clean tube (catheter) into the bladder to empty urine. Follow the steps to do self-catheterization.

Discharge Instructions: Changing Your Dressing

Here are tips to help you take care of your incision when you get home.

Discharge Instructions: Caring for Your Abdominal Incision

Follow these tips to help you take care of your incision when you get home.

Discharge Instructions: Using a Halo Ring and Vest Brace

A halo ring and vest brace device keeps your head and neck from moving after a neck fracture or surgery. Read on to learn how to care for yourself at home when you're wearing this device.

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