Table of Contents

The PACE System

Presenting Detailed information

Guidelines for Reporting New or Changed Symptoms

Tips About Medications

Medication Record Form

Stating What You Expect

Asking Questions

Sample Questions About Diagnosis and Prognosis

Sample Questions About Tests or Procedures

Sample Questions About Medications

Sample Questions About Other Treatments

A List of All Sample Questions

Checking Your Understanding of Information

Expressing Concerns

Tips About Making Appointments

Tips About Medical Records

Sample Questions About Other Treatments

The following are sample questions you may want to ask about treatments other than medications, such as a diet, exercise program, or physical therapy.

Why should I do it? What will it do?
How should I do it?
How often shall I do it?
How long will I need to do it?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of doing it?
When will I see results?
How will I recognize negative reactions or effects?
Are there risks?
What will happen if I don't do it?
Are there other choices?

Be sure to write down any additional topics or questions you might want to discuss about possible treatments for your medical condition.

If you would like to print a copy of ALL the sample questions, please click here.

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Donald J. Cegala, Communicating With Your Doctor, copyright , 2001 (TXu 994-285)

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