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This handout explains what antibiotics are, why they are used, and possible side effects.

This poster, for ICU patients and their families, gives a list of amenities patients and families may use during the hospital stay. Some of the items listed include sleep chair and linens for in-room use, a free parking pass for 1 vehicle after a 14-day stay, DVD player and DVDs, iPad, spiritual caregivers, interpreters, and more.

This handout describes what visitors and family members can expect while their loved one is having surgery at UWMC - Montlake campus. It includes a list of hospital resources that may be helpful, and a map showing the location of the surgery waiting rooms.

This handout describes what to expect and how to prepare for whipple surgery, also called a pancreaticoduodenectomy. In this surgery, the head of the pancreas is removed, along with part of the small bowel, part of the bile duct system, and part of the stomach.

This handout gives information about wearing white cotton gloves to protect the skin of the hands from irritants. Wearing these gloves may be advised for patients with dry skin, eczema, or allergic contact dermatitis. Included are resources for buying white cotton gloves.

This handout is Appendix E of the booklet "Caring for Yourself and Your New Baby." It explains whooping cough, why children are given vaccines to protect them, and when the vaccines should be given.

This handout is a chapter in the Spine Care Companion and reviews what a physiatrist is, and why patients may see one after spinal procedures.

This handout gives pre-procedure and post-procedure information for surgical removal (wide local excision) of skin melanoma or other lesions. It explains the excision process, what to do 2 weeks and 24 hours before the operation, and instructions to follow after surgery on precautions, self-care tips, wound care, showering, drains, pain management, pathology results, and returning to work.

Discusses the difference between fraternal and identical twins and concerns that arise in placental development. Identifies triplets as usually fraternal.

This brochure explains the free wireless (Wi-Fi) access provided to patients and visitors at University of Washington Medical Center and Harborview Medical Center. Instructions are included for finding the Patients and Visitors network for accessing the Internet.

This handout describes which women have the highest risk of alcohol abuse and alcoholism, how alcohol works on the body, medical problems women develop from drinking and how much drinking is safe.

This handout explains options for working during and after treatment for a brain tumor. It includes sections on employer-sponsored short-term disability and Washington state employment laws.

This handout explains options for working during and after treatment for cancer. It includes sections on employer-sponsored short-term disability and Washington state employment laws.

This handout is a chapter in the Spine Care Companion and is for patients with ongoing neck and back pain. It includes information on how to arrange your workspace so that you can use it efficiently, comfortably, and safely after spinal procedures.

This handout provides a form for patients to help them identify what causes their stress and gain insights into which of these stresses can be controlled.

This handout is a parent's story about their preterm infant's time in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at University of Washington Medical Center. Please be aware that these alumni stories may bring up deep emotions for you as you read them. Remember that each baby is unique, and each story only reflects that one family’s journey.

This handout explains how the drug Xofigo is used to treat metastatic prostate cancer. It gives instructions to follow before beginning treatment, on treatment day, and after treatment. It includes a list of side effects, important things to tell your doctor before beginning Xofigo therapy, interactions with other drugs, and precautions.

This handout is for patients who are at risk for falling during their hospital stay. It explains what hospital staff are doing and what patients can do to lower their risk for falling.

This handout is for patients of UWMC's 6-Southeast unit and their families. It explains why hospital patients have a greater risk of falling, and tells how staff work with patients to help keep them safe.

This document explains your risk of falling while staying in the hospital, the ways we help to keep you safe, and how you and your family can reduce the risk of falls. 

This handout explains an anorectal manometry study. It includes how to prepare for the study, what to expect, and how to get your results. The study is done to find the causes of constipation or stool leakage (fecal incontinence).

This handout gives information about the pre-op, placement, and follow-up appointments for an Essure placement for permanent birth control. Spaces are provided to enter the day, date, and time for each appointment.

This handout explains how to prepare when having catheter ablation to treat atrial fibrillation at University of Washington Medical Center. It includes what to do before coming to the hospital, and what to expect during your hospital stay, recovery time, and follow-up care.

Finding out that your baby may be born early (preterm) can bring up many emotions. This handout discusses the many concerns that families must deal with when they are told that their baby may be born at 22 to 23 weeks gestation. It includes "Talking About What May Happen," "Quality of Life," "Making Decisions," and a large section on a preterm baby's  health and care needs.