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How Much Do You Know About Advance Directives?

states require all residents to have an advance directive. You didn't answer this question ... . Keep it in a safe but easily reached place. You can also keep your advance directive on file at the ... advance directive; living will; end of life;

How to Find the Medicare Forms You Need

all of the forms you need to enroll in Medicare can be overwhelming. You may need a form to appeal ... Although filling out all the enrollment forms for Medicare can be overwhelming, there are a

Lung Cancer: Planning for the Future

loved ones may provide support when you need it most. Advance medical directives Advance medical ... get the type of care you want. Or, if someone else needs to decide about your treatment, you can ... 88835;lung cancer planning for the future;advance medical directives;hospice care;advance medical ... directives;advanced medical directives;advanced medical directive;advance medical directive;end of life

Choosing an Agent

states have other restrictions on who can be named as an agent for an advance directive. Be prepared ... A durable power of attorney for health care is only as good as the person you name to be your ... attorney;advance medical directive;end of life treatment;82510;advanced directives;advanced medical ... directives;advanced medical directive;Advance Directives;Advance Directive;Contract;Wills;living will;death and dying rights

Your Annual Wellness Visit

Getting Ready for Your Annual Wellness Visit ... the best ways to take care of your health. Your Annual Wellness Visit Your annual wellness ... , lose weight, eat better, or cope with sadness that just won’t go away. Discuss advanced care

Incision Care: Abdomen

*Incision Care Abdomen ... incision Clean the incision and apply a new dressing as directed. Put all used supplies in the ... faster. Here are steps to follow. Incision Care: Abdomen Dressing your incision helps keep it ... ;incision Site Care;removing Old Dressing;replacing dressing;placing new dressing;Dressing care ... ;Postoperative Care;Postoperative Procedure;wound care;abdominal wound;Wound Healing;wound Site Care

Advance Medical Directive

*Advance Medical Directive ... An advance medical directive is a form that lets you plan ahead for the care you’d want if ... Directive An advance medical directive is a form that lets you plan ahead for the care you’d want if ... advance medical directive;health care power of attorney;durable power of attorney;living will;legal ... document;82506;advanced directive;advance medical directives;advanced health care directive;health

Alternatives to Alcoholics Anonymous

drinkers to reduce their drinking. This approach appeals to people who otherwise might not seek ... programs. Some treatment programs teach problem drinkers to reduce their drinking. This approach appeals ... alcoholics anonymous;alcoholism;alcoholics anonymous alternatives;alternative addiction sites;2623

Cantaloupe Soup

This is a picture-pretty first course for a summer meal. Make in advance and serve chilled ... course for a summer meal. Make in advance and serve chilled. Ingredients 2 cantaloupes 1 tsp

Understanding Advance Care Planning

*Advance Care Planning ... Advance care planning is the process of deciding one's own future medical care. It helps to ... . Understanding Advance Care Planning Advance care planning is the process of deciding your own future ... 41115;understanding advance care planning;living will;durable medical power of attorney;advance directive;healthcare proxy;ACP

COPD: End-of-Life Care

Planning for End-of-Life Care for COPD ... many resources available online. Palliative care People with advanced COPD need to think about the ... for end-of-life care in writing. Give copies to healthcare staff and family members. An advance ... COPD;chronic obstructive pulmonary disease;end-of-life care;advance directive;18902

Summer Breeze Smoothie

tsp. vanilla extract 4 ice cubes Directions Place all ingredients in blender and puree ... A healthful treat for summertime. Summer Breeze Smoothie Ingredients 1 cup yogurt, plain

Flossing and Children

floss that is about 18 inches long. Tie it securely in a circle. Next, place all of the fingers ... Flossing should be started when your child is about 2 to 3 years old, under the direction of

Understanding the Provisions of Your Managed Care Plan

Your Managed Care Plan: Coverage for Cancer Treatment ... Managed Care Plan The type of managed care plan you have can affect who directs your medical plan ... as the facility where that care is delivered. Review all of your covered benefits. Get the most ... managed care plan;questions about managed care;coverage for cancer treatment for managed care;26500-1

Teenagers and Summer Jobs

, sleeping, and day-to-day care aren't suffering while they're holding down a job. Most teen summer ... question is to check on the labor laws that affect children and youths. Teenagers and Summer Jobs ... teen;work;job;summer;rules;transportation

When the Weather Heats Up, Stay Cool for Your Heart

Heart Care-July 2019 ... Summer heat can be a problem when you have heart failure. Heart failure puts you at risk for heat ... Summer means more time to do the activities you love, such as taking long early morning walks or working

MS and Summer: Coping with Symptom Flare-ups

MS: Coping with Symptom Flare-ups in Summer ... Warm weather may have an impact on your MS symptoms. These tips can help. MS and Summer: Coping ... temperature. As summer blazes, you might notice that you get tired more easily, have blurred vision ... ms;multiple sclerosis;summer;23882

Discharge Instructions: Caring for Your Suprapubic Catheter

thoroughly before and after all catheter care. Gently remove the old dressing if you have one ... . Now look at the place where the catheter leaves your body (exit site). Note any swelling ... discharge instructions caring for your suprapubic;catheter;suprapubic catheter care;urology;86492

Brachytherapy

any prescribed medicine exactly as directed. Care for your bandage and implant site as directed ... . Follow these directions closely. Tell your healthcare provider about all medicines you take. This

Post-Surgery Checklist

directions. Nurses may also help you with your incision care and other needs once you are home. The ... catheter in place, the nurse will teach you how to take care of the catheter at home. Be sure to ask any ... instructions;post-op infections;surgical site care;discharge;discharge instructions;pre-op checklist;pre op checklist ... Postsurgery checklist;Post-Op care;Postsurgical care;incision care;pain management;activity


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