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Be
a partner with your doctor to prevent problems and work
together until problems are resolved. |
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Give
your complete health history. Tell your doctor everything
about your health, even though it may not seem important. |
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Tell
your family doctor all the medications you are taking
- especially those prescribed by other doctors. |
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Take
all of your prescription medication as the doctor tells
you. Talk to your doctor if you want to make changes. |
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Take
a written list of questions to discuss with your family
doctor. |
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Ask
questions when you don't understand a symptom, illness,
or treatment. |
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Ask
for materials that will further explain what your doctor
tells you. |
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| 8. |
Work
together to find a healthful diet and exercise plan that
you can live with. |
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| 9. |
Have
regular checkups and tests that your doctor feels are
right for you. |
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| 10. |
Take
good care of your body and follow your doctor's advice.
You'll be ahead of the game if problems do arise. |
