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1 |
Bring
the Following if Appropriate:
a.
Medication
List
b.
Current
Medical Conditions
c.
Lab Results
d.
Specialists
Names & Contact
e.
Medical
Diary
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2 |
Your
Medical Priorities:
a.
Time with a
MD is limited!
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Consider what is Important
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List Questions & Symptoms
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3 |
Arrive
Early:
a.
Complete
Office Documentation
b.
Allow time
to relax and lower Blood Pressure.
(deep breathing will help you relax) |
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4 |
Seeing
Your MD:
a.
Start with
"Pressing Questions".
b.
DO NOT wait
to the end of the visit to ask important
questions.
c.
Symptoms: Be
Specific & Accurate
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When did it start?
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What Body parts affected?
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How long did the symptoms last?
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Intensity?
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5 |
If you DO
NOT Understand the MD:
a.
Request a
simplified explanation.
b.
Write down
the following:
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Your Diagnosis
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Your Treatment Plan
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Your Medication
c.
Ask for
Brochures & Pamphlets
d.
Ask about
Internet Information
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6 |
Ending
Your MD Visit:
a.
You should
have an idea about:
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What is medically wrong?
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Why?
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What can I do to help?
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Any lab test or follow up?
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7 |
Before
Leaving the MD Office:
a.
Verify your
next appointment
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8 |
Prescriptions Rx:
a.
Inform MD if
Rx cost is a concern.
b.
Start taking
meds as prescribed.
c.
Read the Rx
documentation:
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Uses
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Other Uses
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How To Use
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Side Effects
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Precautions
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Drug Interactions
d.
Talk to your
Pharmacists if you have questions.
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Internet
Resources:
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MayoClinic.com
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FamilyDoctor.org
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WebMD.com
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MedLinePlus.gov
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