Guidelines For Visiting With Physicians
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The following
guidelines are designed to help you more thoroughly understand the
information and instructions given to you by your physician. |
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Before the visit,
prepare a written list of the questions to ask your doctor. Take the list
with you to the visit, in order to ensure that all your questions are
answered. |
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Before the visit,
also prepare a written list of the information you want the doctor to know
about you. |
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If you don't
understand something your doctor says, say so. If you don't speak
up, you may follow the wrong advice or take an improper amount of
medication. |
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Take someone with
you when you visit your doctor. Your support person may be able to listen
to and understand the doctor with greater objectivity. |
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Get a second
opinion when a major course of action is contemplated. |
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Along with your
physician, decide who will make the final decision about your treatment. |
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You should do
everything in your power to ensure that your relationship with your
physician is as trouble-free as possible. |
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