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This handout, called a CareMap, shows what a patient may expect when admitted to Harborview Medical Center for amputation of the leg below the knee. It includes what to do to get ready for surgery, and what to expect starting the day before surgery through 1 to 4 days after surgery.

This handout explains what an infant autopsy is and why it is important. It covers what is examined, how long it takes, and the options for obtaining and learning more about the results. Last, it explains why forms need to be filled out, and who pays, if there are any charges.

This handout explains general anesthesia, a medicine given for some radiology procedures and exams that might be uncomfortable or cause stress. It explains what to expect, how to prepare, and what to do after having general anesthesia.

This handout explains aneurysm clipping, a surgery that is done to keep a weak artery from bursting. It includes how to prepare for the surgery, what to expect afterward, and self-care at home.

This handout explains aneurysm coiling and stent assisted coiling, procedures that are done to keep a weak artery from bursting. It includes how to prepare for the surgery, what to expect afterward, and self-care at home.

This handout explains what a central venous catheter is and what to expect when you have one. Detailed instructions are included for preparing for the procedure, and self-care at home afterward.

This handout is for pregnant patients who are on modified bedrest. This handout includes information on what antepartum (pre-birth) exercises are for, how often they should be done, and how to do the exercises safely. This handout is to be used with instruction from a physical therapist (PT) who will provide additional instructions for specific exercises.

This handout is a chapter in the manual "Managing Your Heart Condition." It describes the anti-platelet medicines that are prescribed to patients who have had an intervention to treat a serious type of heart attack called a STEMI (ST-elevated myocardial infarction). It includes drug precautions and instructions on when to call your provider.

This handout explains why patients who have had a joint replacement must take preventive antibiotics for dental work and procedures that involve the respiratory, digestive, or urinary tract. Included is a list of procedures that are a high risk for introducing bacteria into the bloodstream.

This handout is a section of the Congenital Heart Conditions notebook. It is written for patients who are on anticoagulation medicines (blood thinners). It tells what to keep in mind and when to call the Anticoagulation Clinic.

This handout explains possible symptoms of withdrawal in infants of mothers who take antidepressants during pregnancy. It includes tips on how to help your baby during this time.

This handout explains medicines patients receive after a stent or percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) to help keep blood clots from forming.

This handout describes aortic stenosis, a form of heart valve disease that affects the aortic valve. It also explains signs and symptoms, the tests that are used to diagnose the disease, and what the treatment options are.

This document is for patients who are having aortic surgery at University of Washington Medical Center - Montlake. These drawings of the aorta show what your aorta and heart valve will look like after your surgery. Diagrams include:

• Thoracic Aorta
• Ascending Hemiarch with AVR
• Zone 2 Arch
• Ascending Hemiarch
• Zone 2 Arch with Frozen Elephant Trunk
• Zone 2 Arch
• Bentall with Hemiarch, Bentall Procedure
• David V Procedure

This handout explains aphasia, a language disorder that can affect a person's ability to speak, read, write, or understand words. Aphasia can occur because of a brain tumor, head injury, stroke, or neurodegenerative (nervous system) disorder.

This handout is in two parts: the first part is directed to the caregiver, and the second part is written for the patient.

This handout explains what aphasia is and how to best communicate with someone who has aphasia. It discusses how aphasia may be treated, and includes websites for learning more about the condition.

This handout is the appendix for the handbook "Living with Memory Loss," written by staff at the Memory and Brain Wellness Center in Seattle, WA. It contains information about workplace rights, disability insurance, terms and definitions, research studies, books, and more.

This handout is for patients at the Heart Institute at UW Medical Center. It explains aspirin and clopidogrel. Patients take these drugs to help prevent blood clots after transcatheter valve replacement or repair (TAVR, TMVR, TTVR, or MitraClip).

This handout explains assisted hatching, a way to help embryos implant during in vitro fertilization (IVF). This method may benefit patients who are older than 38 years of age, have eggs with a thicker than normal shell, have had previous IVF cycles that did not result in pregnancy, and are having a frozen embryo thaw cycle.

This handout gives step-by-step instructions for 16 exercises to increase range of motion. These exercises require the help of a second person (attendant). They use the “SAM” format to describe the correct motions and body position needed to do the exercises safely, where "S" stands for STARTING position, "A" stands for ATTENDANT's position, and "M" stands for the MOVEMENT that is done in the exercise.

This handout explains what to expect after having a transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) at University of Washington Medical Center. TAVR is used to treat aortic stenosis. The handout includes instructions for self-care at home, such as fluid management, pain management, incision care, exercising safely, emotional issues, symptoms to watch for, and more.

This handout explains what to expect after your transcatheter mitral valve repair (TMVr) or transcatheter tricuspid valve repair (TTVr) with the MitraClip and how to care for yourself at home.

This handout explains what to expect after a transcathter left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) procedure using a Watchman implant. It includes self-care tips and numbers to call for questions and concerns.

This handout describes atrial fibrillation. It includes symptoms, causes, risk factors, self-care, and treatments.

This handout describes 4 positions for breastfeeding -- laid-back, cross-cradle, football hold, and side-lying. Illustrations of the positions are provided. This document is a chapter in the workbook "Breastfeeding."