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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 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 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 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 explains autonomic testing at University of Washington Medical Center. It includes how to prepare for the test, how the test works, and how to get your results.

This handout, called a CareMap, shows what a patient may expect when scheduled for axillary node dissection surgery at University of Washington Medical Center. It covers how to get ready for the surgery, what to expect on the day of surgery and during the hospital stay, and self-care for 3 weeks after discharge.

This handout, called a CareMap, shows what a patient may expect when admitted to University of Washington Medical Center for axillary node dissection surgery. This surgery will be done using LYMPHA, which stands for lymphatic microsurgical preventive healing approach. It may or may not include breast surgery. The CareMap tells how to prepare for the surgery, what happens during the hospital stay, and basic instructions to follow at home after discharge.

This handout covers what you can do and not do after back surgery. It also gives step-by-step instructions and illustrations for a basic exercise program and how to increase activities safely.