The body is revolutionary. Without a healthy body, you will get into trouble. If you’re in a hospital, You’d better to learn some medical tips to help you reduce the medical errors.
Make sure that all of your doctors know about every medicine you are taking.
Bring your medicines and supplements to your doctor visits.
Make sure your doctor knows about any reactions you have had to medicines. This can help you to avoid getting a medicine that could do harm for you.
When your doctor writes a prescription for you, make sure you can read it.
Ask for information about your medicines in terms you can understand—both when your medicines are prescribed and when you get them.
Ask your pharmacist for the best device to measure your liquid medicine. For example, many people use household teaspoons, which often do not hold a true teaspoon of liquid. Special devices, like marked syringes, help people measure the right dose.
If you are in a hospital, consider asking all health care workers who will touch you whether they have washed their hands.
When you are being discharged from the hospital, ask your doctor to explain the treatment plan you will follow at home.
If you are having surgery, make sure that you, your doctor, and your surgeon all agree on exactly what will be done.
Speak up if you have questions or concerns. You have a right to question anyone who is involved with your care.
Make sure that someone, such as your primary care doctor, coordinates your care.
This is especially important if you have many health problems or are in the hospital.
Make sure that all your doctors have your important health information.
Do not think that everyone has all the information they need.
Ask a family member or friend to go to appointments with you. Even if you do not need help now, you might need it later.
Know that “more” is not always better. It is a good idea to find out why a test or treatment is needed and how it can help you. You could be better off without it.
If you have a test, do not assume that no news is good news. Ask how and when you will get the results.