Most of us have walked out of our doctor’s office and quickly thought of a question we wished we had asked the doctor. We know that doctors are busy and our time with them is short, but the medical profession says it is important for seniors to proactively communicate with their health care providers and control the appointment.
They recommend putting together a list of questions you want to ask before your next visit. This can help to give you a better understanding of your medical conditions and improve your ability to self-manage them. You should also bring a list of all of the prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, and vitamins and supplements you are currently taking. General questions to ask include:
Too many seniors are reluctant to ask questions of their health care providers but it is important to become educated about your medical conditions, treatments and possible health risks. In fact, most doctors say they wish their patients would be more proactive and ask questions during their visit as it lets them know you understand your health conditions. MorningStar at Arrowhead represents the best in assisted living with a unique mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.” We have built our foundation on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve…all of which contributes to creating a true home for residents amid a beautiful, serene setting. Call to schedule a visit to experience firsthand our beautiful assisted living and memory care community. Comments are closed.
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AuthorMorningStar Senior Living’s distinct mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest” sets us apart from other senior living options. Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing our seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve. Archives
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