Patient Safety Through Education: For the Patient

Patient care and practice have improved immensely over the years. There used to be a time when patients didn’t inquire much about their condition. Many of them only took the advice of their doctor without question and therefore never fully understanding their illness. Thankfully, this is not the case anymore. Patients who know more about their disease and treatment are more likely to complete their medication and therapy. They also understand when to report side effects and often make healthy behavior changes. Becoming an active participant in your care has many benefits and can even help speed up your recovery.

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