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STEP UP & SPEAK UP

SPEAK UP
Ask questions and voice concerns. It’s your body and you have a right to know.

PAY ATTENTION
Make sure you’re getting the right treatments and medicines.

EDUCATE YOURSELF
Learn about the medical tests you get and your treatment plan.

FIND AN ADVOCATE
Pick a trusted family member or friend to be your advocate

WHAT MEDS & WHY
Know what medicines you take and why you take them.

CHECK BEFORE YOU GO
Use a hospital, clinic, surgery center or other type of health care organization that meets the Joint Commission’s quality standards.

PARTICIPATE IN YOUR CARE
You are the center of the health care team. Courtesy of The Joint Commission.

During your stay, the doctors, nurses and staff of McLaren-Bay Region will treat you and your family as partners in your own care. One important way that you can be involved is to speak up. Ask questions, voice your concerns, and don't be afraid to raise any issues relating not only to your care and treatment, but also to overall hospital services.

STAT NOTE

  • Write down any questions you have
  • Choose a family member to communicate with the doctors and staff
  • Keep a list of doctors you see and the medications they prescribe
 
 
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