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BEFORE THE VISIT
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- make a list of symptoms or complaints
- make a list of any medications you are currently taking
- if you have seen a doctor before for this problem, take the record with you
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DURING THE VISIT
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- state your main problem first
- describe your symptoms
- describe your past experiences with the same problem
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FOR MEDICATIONS, TESTS, OR TREATMENTS
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- ask for the name of the medication, test, or procedure
- find out why you need it
- learn what the risks are
- find out if there are any alternatives
- ask what happens if you do nothing
- find out how to properly take the medication
- ask how to prepare for the test or procedure
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WHEN THE VISIT IS OVER, ASK...
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- Do I need to return for another visit?
- Can I phone in for test results?
- What danger signs should I look for?
- When do I need to report back about my condition?
- What else do I need to know?
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WRITE DOWN
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- what's wrong
- what might happen next
- what you can do at home
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Ramona Creel is a modern Renaissance woman and guru of simplicity -- traveling the country as a full-time RVer, sharing her story of radically downsizing, and inspiring others to regain control of their own lives. As a Professional Organizer and Accountability Coach, Ramona will help you create the time and space to focus on your true priorities -- clearing away the clutter other obstacles and standing in the way of that life you've always wanted to be living. As a Professional Photographer, Ramona captures powerful images of places and people as she travels. And as a travel writer, social commentator, and blogger, she shares her experiences and insights about the world as we know it. You can see all these sides of Ramona -- read her articles, browse through her photographs, and even hire her to help get your life in order -- at www.RamonaCreel.com. And be sure to follow her on Twitter and on Facebook.
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