(citation 3663)
Abstract: This document contains two advance care directive forms for the state of Washington: the Health-Care Directive and the Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care.
LEGAL NOTE: Please note that non-English translations are not legal forms or certified translations. They are provided as a courtesy to the patient to convey the meaning of the original in English. Use ONLY the English version as a legal instrument.
AuthorPatient Care Services
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2007, 11/2018
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
(citation 4063)
Abstract: This handout gives information to help expectant parents decide if they want to have an advanced aneuploidy screening test. This test tells if the fetus has extra copies or missing copies of certain chromosomes, which can cause Down syndrome, Edward syndrome, Patau syndrom, or Turner syndrome. This handout explains the test and its limitations, and defines some medical terms.
AuthorPrenatal Diagnosis Clinic
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2012, 07/2020
LanguagesChinese, English, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese
(citation 4184)
Abstract: This handout, called a CareMap, shows what a patient may expect during their hospital stay when admitted to University of Washington Medical Center with advanced heart failure. It lists goals, caregiver visits, patient teaching, care plans, and dietary restrictions for 4 days. (Cards B, HF)
AuthorHeart Institute at UWMC
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2013, 04/2019
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 4359)
Abstract: This handout gives information to help pregnant women decide if they want to have cell-free DNA screening. This blood test tells the risk of a baby having certain health conditions such as Down syndrome, trisomy 18, trisomy 13, or an X chromosome issue.
AuthorMaternal Fetal Medicine
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2015, 05/2015
LanguagesSpanish, English
(citation 4061)
Abstract: This helpful handout is a checklist of tasks that need to be done after a death. These tasks include getting copies of a death certificate, finding out if there is a will, locating important papers, notifying Social Security, and canceling the many services that the person may have been using. It includes space for recording what company was called, the name of the contact person, when the call was made, and notes. This handout is included in the Bereavement Packet for UW Medical Center and Harborview Medical Center.
AuthorSocial Work and Care Coordination
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2012, 10/2022
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Somalian, Tigrinya, Vietnamese, Russian
(citation 4629)
Abstract: This handout explains what to expect after having a surgical D&C (dilation and curettage procedure) or MUA (manual uterine aspiration) in the first trimester of pregnancy. It includes self-care, activity restrictions, and when to call the clinic. A D&C is done in an operating room, but an MUA is done in the clinic.
AuthorUniversity Reproductive Care
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2018, 01/2021
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 2441)
Abstract: This handout explains what to expect and how to take care of yourself after having a uterine aspiration, which is sometimes called a D&C.
AuthorWomen's Health Care Center
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2002, 11/2022
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 4647)
Abstract: This handout gives self-care instructions to follow at home after having a mid-urethral sling placed.
AuthorUrology Clinic
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2018, 05/2018
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 4694)
Abstract: This handout gives self-care instructions after having a tooth removed.
AuthorHarborview Medical Center
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2018, 05/2019
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 2274)
Abstract: This handout gives instructions to help recovery after anorectal surgery. Included are sections on sitz baths, activity level, diet, medication, bowel movements, and infection.
AuthorSurgical Specialties Center/Surgical Services
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 1998, 12/2014
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 4882)
Abstract: This handout explains recovery and follow-up care after having aortic surgery at University of Washington Medical Center (UWMC) - Montlake campus.It explains when to call the doctor, the usual follow-up care schedule, dietary changes, and how to manage pain. It also includes a "Daily Log" for noting vital signs, an "Exercise Log" for keeping track of activities, and a "Pain Log" for recording pain levels.
AuthorHeart Institute at UWMC
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2020, 08/2020
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 4590)
Abstract: This handout gives guidelines and exercises to follow during recovery after a shoulder surgery called arthroscopic Bankart repair.
AuthorSports Medicine Center
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2017, 09/2017
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 4715)
Abstract: This handout reviews information that is contained in the Bariatric Notebook, a resource given to patients at the Weight Loss Management Center at UW Medical Center.
AuthorCenter for Weight Loss and Metabolic Surgery
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2018, 11/2018
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 4308)
Abstract: This handout gives self-care instructions to follow at home after having DIEP flap breast reconstruction at University of Washington Medical Center.
AuthorReconstructive Surgery
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2015, 08/2023
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 3662)
Abstract: This one-page flyer supplies blank spaces for clinicians to fill in and give to a patient at discharge. Included are spaces for doctor's name and procedure, activity restrictions, self-care instructions (incision and dressing care, pain medicine), when to call the doctor, and the time and date of the follow-up appointment. Space is also provided for the patient's information label.
Author4S (Special Procedure Unit)
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2009, 08/2009
LanguagesEnglish
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(citation 3895)
Abstract: This handout explains self-care instructions after donating bone marrow for the National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP).
AuthorPatient Care Services
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2011, 09/2011
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 3896)
Abstract: This handout explains self-care instructions after donating bone marrow for a family member.
AuthorPatient Care Services
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2011, 09/2011
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 5074)
Abstract: This handout gives self-care instructions to follow at home after having Goldilocks breast reconstruction at University of Washington Medical Center.
AuthorReconstructive Surgery
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2024,
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 2273)
Abstract: This flyer explains what to expect after hemorrhoidal banding, in which special rubber bands are applied to hemorrhoids to cut off their blood supply.
AuthorSurgical Specialties Center/Surgical Services
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 1998, 12/2014
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 5067)
Abstract: This handout explains what to expect, how to prepare, and how to plan for your recovery after lumpectomy with LICAP reconstruction at University of Washington Medical Center.
AuthorReconstructive Surgery
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2023, 12/2023
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 3600)
Abstract: This handout gives instructions for patients to follow at home after receiving sclerotherapy injections for varicose veins. Included are explanations about Coban bandages, compression stockings, how to manage pain, and when to call the clinic.
AuthorSurgical Specialties Center/Surgical Services
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2001, 12/2017
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 3759)
Abstract: This handout explains what to expect and guidelines to follow after receiving sedation for a procedure. It gives basic instructions to follow when taking opioid pain medicines.
AuthorPatient Care Services
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2010, 04/2020
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 4778)
Abstract: This handout explores what to expect after the one-year anniversary of a loved one's passing. It explains that every person's grieving process is different. It offers suggestions and insights to help with the continuing process of bereavement, grief, and recovery.
AuthorSocial Work and Care Coordination
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2019, 07/2019
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 5065)
Abstract: This handout gives self-care instructions to follow at home after having TUG (transverse upper gracilis) flap breast reconstruction at University of Washington Medical Center.
AuthorReconstructive Surgery
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2023,
LanguagesEnglish
(citation 4020)
Abstract: This handout gives instructions to follow when taking a SmartPill test. It includes how to use the data recorder, what to record, and when to return for a follow-up visit.
AuthorDigestive Health Center
PublisherUniversity of Washington Medical Center, 2012, 05/2012
LanguagesEnglish