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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 handout explains a Rathke's cleft cyst, a sac filled with fluid that forms between the parts of the pituitary gland at the base of the brain. It includes symptoms and treatment options.

This handout explains how to read a prescription label and order refills. Included is a copy of a label showing where to find your UWMC patient ID number, the number of refills allowed, the date of your original prescription, the prescription (Rx) number, and the date that the drug expires and must be discarded.

This handout explains the kinds of information contained in the Nutrition Facts label on packaged foods.

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 details how to recognize preterm labor, including causes and warning signs. It also covers prevention of preterm birth. This handout is included in the packets "Preventing Another Preterm Birth" and "Coping with Grief," part of the Wait One Year Program.

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 GoLytely solution.

This handout gives instructions to follow to prepare for a rectal endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) using MoviPrep 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 explains why it is important to reduce opioid use. It describes ways to safely reduce (taper) your dose of these pain medicines.

This handout describes how making healthy lifestyle changes can reduce chances of developing breast and/or ovarian cancer. It explains how exercise, diet, alcohol use, and stress can affect cancer risk.

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 explains regional anesthesia, a numbing medicine you may receive before surgery to keep you from feeling pain. It tells what to expect, benefits and risks, and common side effects.

This handout explains the most common flap donor sites that are used at University of Washington Medical Center (UWMC) to reconstruct after surgical removal of skin, fat, muscle, or skeletal support.

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 "Rehab and Beyond" manual was written by patients and staff who are serving as Advisors on the Rehabilitation Services Patient and Family Advisory Council at UWMC. It describes the Rehab Unit, the care team, and what to expect during the hospital stay. It also lists many resources to access after leaving the hospital. These resources can help with hiring caregivers, transportation and recreation options, personal relationships, and more. The manual includes these chapters, which are also listed as individual handouts on Health Online: "Entry to UWMC," "About the Rehab Unit," "UWMC Services and Facilities," "Your Care Team," "Your Plan of Care and Setting Goals," "Support," "Financial Concerns," "Care After Discharge," "Managing Caregivers," "Self-care," "Eating to Heal," "Safety Concerns," "Follow-up," and "Helpful Resources."

This "Rehab and Beyond" manual was written by patients and staff who are serving as Advisors on the Rehabilitation Services Patient and Family Advisory Council at UWMC. It describes the Rehab Unit, the care team, and what to expect during the hospital stay. It also lists many resources to access after leaving the hospital. These resources can help with hiring caregivers, transportation and recreation options, personal relationships, and more. The manual includes these chapters, which are also listed as individual handouts on Health Online: "Entry to UWMC", "About the Rehab Unit," "UWMC Services and Facilities," "Your Care Team," "Your Plan of Care and Setting Goals," "Support," "Financial Concerns," "Care After Discharge," "Managing Caregivers," "Self-Care," "Eating to Heal," "Safety Concerns," "Follow-up," and "Helpful Resources."

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 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 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.