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Home Articles Archive by category "Communication"

Category: Communication

Why question a procedure?

Communication, Diagnostic Testing & Procedures

Why ask questions before a diagnostic procedure? To be an informed patient To understand what is happening to you To be in control of what is going on To be …

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End Of Life Conversations

Articles, Communication, End of Life Issues

When is The Right Time to Have Such a Conversation? There is never a right time to discuss end of life issues. But the issues can quickly become a fact …

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Hearing Aids

Articles, Communication, Diseases/Conditions

Helen Keller was once asked if she had her choice, which she would prefer, to see or to hear. She said she would want to hear; that being deaf made …

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Hearing Loss

Articles, Communication, Diseases/Conditions

Millions of people in the U.S. have impaired hearing, so you are not alone if you suspect you or someone in your family might have hearing loss. The first step …

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When Is It Time To Find A New Doctor

Articles, Communication

Upon graduation from medical school each new doctor takes the Hippocratic oath in which s/he pledges to do ‘no harm’. These young doctors subsequently spend the rest of their career …

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When To Switch Doctors

Articles, Communication, Healthcare Team

Doctors are human beings. They have feelings and they have emotions…just like their patients. There are many doctors out there giving all sorts of care. Some are great doctors but …

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Giving Hope To The Dying Patient

Articles, Communication, End of Life Issues

What is Hope? Hope is defined in the dictionary as “a confident yet uncertain expectation of achieving a future good which, to the hoping person, is realistically possible and personally …

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How To Prepare For A Doctor Visit

Articles, Communication, Healthcare Team, Patient Rights & Responsibilities

Being prepared for a doctor visit can make a huge difference in your comfort level as a patient. If you spend a few minutes preparing for your visit, you will …

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How To Be A Patient Advocate

Articles, Communication, Patient Rights & Responsibilities, Patient Support

When you assume the role of patient advocate for someone you love or care about, you will be playing a very important role in the safety and security of the …

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Why You Need A Patient Advocate

Articles, Communication, Health Care Settings, Healthcare Team, Patient Rights & Responsibilities

As a patient you absorb a lot less information when you are anxious, scared, vulnerable, in pain, medicated, immobilized, unconscious, drowsy and/or undressed. In such scenarios, ask a trusted family …

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Taking Charge – Using Your Voice To Ask The Tough Questions

Articles, Communication, Patient Rights & Responsibilities

Don’t leave your doctor’s office without the answers you need. by: Cathie Gandel | from: AARP Bulletin | May 15, 2009 Credit: Blend Images/Getty Images Asking the right questions just might save …

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Don’t Leave Your Doctor’s Office Without The Answers You Need

Articles, Communication

by: Cathie Gandel | from: AARP Bulletin | May 15, 2009 Related Ask Your Doctor and Your Pharmacist About Your Medicines.  Asking Questions to Get the Care You Need.  Going to the …

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