How to be a good patient 15 Articles

by Norma Chew

Being a patient is not easy. It usually involves fear, pain, stress, uncertainty and sometimes serious life changes. It's best to avoid being a patient. However, if you should get tagged with the nomenclature, here are som...read more

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by Shyam Saksena

Patient's Progress I have a tendency to mentally classify medical practitioners into Healers' or Doctors'. The latter being those, who look at their patients very superficially and treat the most obvious symptoms, and...read more

by Nikki-AC

Being actively involved in your own healthcare could save your life, save you money, save time, and reduce stress. You need to trust and respect your doctor but at the end of the day it's up to you to make sure you are get...read more

by Aryn Stephens

Nothing could make you feel more helpless than suddenly finding yourself thrust into the role of the hospitalized patient. A multitude of endless prodding and poking from unfamiliar people can set even Saint Peter him...read more

by Dymond

Part of being a good patient is being a smart patient. Stay on top of your appointments, be compliant with medications, keep copies of your diagnostic and lab tests and calling for your tests results. Also keep your docto...read more

by Mona Gallagher

A good patient is one who understands that he or she is the paying client and has the right to ask questions, keep records of symptoms, and voice preferences when it comes to treatment. A good physician is one who underst...read more

by Aubrey Little

Do any of us really want to be in need of medical attention? Whether you are simply going in for an annual check-up or to be treated for a medical condition, few of us want to be spending time sitting in the doctor's offic...read more

by Lauren Beyenhof

Doctors, nurses and respiratory therapists agree that when it comes to being a good patient, individuals who have cystic fibrosis tend to lead the pack. Although they develop some of their "patient personality" largely out...read more

by Kim J.L.

Manual of how to be a good patient In every ward, everyone from the doctors, nurses, therapists, dietitians, other patients and their relatives appreciate a good patient. But how do you be one? Easy. Just don't be a ...read more

by Bryan Greifinger

Being a nurse on a med surg floor I have a definite familiarity with what does and doesn't work for patients who have to stay in the hospital. Below are some points to consider if you should find yourself in such a situati...read more

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by Candy Jules

They say that the worst patients to take care of, are either nurses or Doctors. How right they are. Even if the patient is doing well, they have you so on edge that you mess up doing the same things that you've done for ot...read more

by Nicole Dayton

My Adventure in the EEG (electroencephalograph) World In August of 1999 and I had an appointment for an EEG (Hockenbury 142) the following morning. My parents were instructed to keep me awake for half of the amount of ...read more

by Gracie Brooks

You just had a check-up with your doctor and he wants to schedule some tests. He didn't say much, just "Go to the hospital for some tests". You go home and call your next door neighbor for more information. Wrong! And d...read more

by Barb Baird

The way to be a good patient is to start by getting a good doctor. There are so many physicians to treat you, but how many of them desire to know you? Living with a chronic illness gives me with years of fussing with g...read more

by Chells

Instead of asking "What can my doctor do for me?"....ask yourself "What can I do for my doctor?" Here are some tips to facilitate a great relationship with your family physician. 1. Read the forms you are signing. The...read more