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This handout lists the most comon side effects that occur for patients having radiation to their chest. Many tips are provided to help minimize or manage side effects.

This handout lists the most common side effects that occur for patients having radiation to their chest. Many tips are provided to help minimize or manage side effects.

This handout explains radioactive seed implant treatment for prostate cancer. Included is what to expect during and after the implant procedure, radiation safety precautions, side effects, and follow-up visits at the Urology Clinic and Radiation Oncology.

This handout for UW Medicine patients explains how radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is used to treat chronic knee pain. It includes what to expect when having a trial nerve block and the RFA procedure.

This handout explains radiofrequency ablation (RFA), a treatment to reduce pain. RFA uses radio waves to heat a small area of nerve tissue, which decreases or blocks the pain signals from that area.

This handout explains radiofrequency ablation therapy for thyroid nodules and what to expect during the procedure and recovery.

This handout explains radiofrequency ablation, which "burns" the nerve that is causing pain. Includes an explanation of the procedure, how to prepare, what results to expect, instructions for medicines, activities, side effects, filling out a pain diary, and follow-up care.

This handout gives step-by-step instructions for 7 simple exercises that will help your gain flexibility in your shoulder, arm, and hand. Be sure to check with your physical therapist before trying any new exercises.

This handout gives step-by-step instructions and illustrations for 10 exercises to help prevent injuries to the upper body and increase strength and range of motion in the arms.

This brochure explains what a Rapid Response Team is, what the team does, when the team is called, warning signs to watch for that may show a patient is getting much sicker, who may call the team, and tips to help create a safe care experience.

This poster gives information about why it is important to incorporate physical activity while in recovery. It reviews the health benefits of walking, cancer-related fatigue, preparing for transplant, and what happens during bed rest.

This lengthy section of the Guide to Your Weight Loss Surgery contains recipes that may be helpful after surgery. Included are Protein Products, Blended Recipes, Flavoring Ideas, Soft Recipes, and Desserts.

This handout tells how to take care of yourself after having anesthesia. It also explains what side effects are normal, and when to call for help.

This handout for kidney/pancreas transplant patients outlines the main issues related to recovery in the hospital after transplantation. Issues covered include visits by the transplant team, interpreters, pain management, physical activity, and suggestions for personal items to bring from home. This document is also a chapter in "Your Kidney/Pancreas Transplant Guide," which is available from Materials Management #171915.

This handout gives instructions to follow to prepare for a rectal endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) using MoviPrep solution.

This handout gives instructions to follow to prepare for a rectal endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) using GoLytely solution.

This handout explains the changes being made to the standard blood transfusion guidelines for inpatients at the Fred Hutch Cancer Center and University of Washington Medical Center. It provides information on red blood cells (RBC's), Hemoglobin, Hematocrit, and the indication and thresholds for blood transfusion. The material is meant to be a supplement to the discussions you will have with your treatment team.

This handout gives helpful tips for cystic fibrosis patients who need help reducing or preventing reflux esophagitis, also called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

This handout gives helpful tips for patients who need help reducing or preventing reflux esophagitis, also called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

This handout is Section 7 of the manual "Breastfeeding Your Preterm Baby." It gives information about Reglan (Metroclopramide), a prescription drug that increases prolactin, the hormone responsible for milk production. Dosage and possible side effects are included.

This handout is a chapter in the Spine Care Companion and includes images and written instructions for rehabilitation after thoracic and lumbar spine procedures at UW Medicine. It includes instructions for body mechanics, range of motion, and a walking program. This handout also includes guidance for proper sitting, standing, and sleeping postures and helpful tips for recovery.

This handout is a chapter in the Spine Care Companion and includes images and written instructions for rehabilitation after cervical spine procedures. It includes instructions for body mechanics, range of motion, and a walking program. This handout also includes guidance for proper sitting, standing, and sleeping postures and helpful tips for recovery.

This handout includes images and written instructions for rehabilitation after cervical spine procedures. It includes instructions for body mechanics, range of motion, and a walking program. This handout also includes guidance for proper sitting, standing, and sleeping postures and helpful tips for recovery.

This handout gives an overview of the Rehabilitation Neuropsychology Screening Services for patients at Alvord Brain Tumor Center. This service helps patients learn about their thinking skills (cognition) to help them and their care team develop ways to maximize their quality of life.

This handout is for women who are participating in the Diabetes in Pregnancy Telemedicine Program at UW Medicine. It reminds them what to bring to their clinic visit, and provides phone numbers to call with questions.