{"product_id":"patient-advocacy-for-dummies-isbn-9781394281084","title":"Patient Advocacy For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDon't let the medical system push you around—empower yourself to take the lead\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeel more in control of your medical care and learn how to be your own advocate with \u003ci\u003ePatient Advocacy For Dummies!\u003c\/i\u003e Managing your own health care—or a loved one's—can be daunting, especially if you are diagnosed with a serious illness. This book helps you weigh all the treatments, make decisions, and speak up for yourself when you need to. You'll get advice on asking challenging questions in a way that will get the information you need from  medics, nurses, doctors, and other health care professionals. You deserve to understand your options and choose the path that's right for you. Take charge of your health care and feel empowered to partner with health care providers to achieve the best possible results.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare yourself to make the most out of consultations with health care providers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTake responsibility for your care or the care of a loved one by partnering with medical professionals\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn how to talk to doctors and ask questions to get the answers that you are looking for\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand your treatment options and stand up for yourself if something doesn't seem right\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis book is a valuable tool for anyone who uses the healthcare system, especially those who need a high level of care from multiple providers and specialists. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Getting Started with Patient Advocacy 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Finding Your Compass Through the Healthcare Maze 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Decoding Medical Terminology and Records 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Unraveling the Knots of Health Insurance 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Keeping the Power in Your Hands with Informed Consent 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Mastering Communication with Healthcare Professionals 65\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Cultivating Mutually Respectful Relationships with Your Care Team 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Guiding Your Healthcare Conversations 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Embracing Your Role as Your Health’s Best Advocate 97\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Self-Advocacy Techniques to Champion Your Health 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Empowering Self-Advocacy Through Knowledge 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Gauging the Impact of Your Self-Advocacy 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Assembling Your Healthcare Allies 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Confronting Healthcare Headwinds 165\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Navigating Misdiagnoses and Getting Second Opinions 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Resolving Insurance Challenges 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Navigating Chronic Conditions and Long-Term Care 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Protecting Yourself Against Harm 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: Tackling Specialized Patient Advocacy 221\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Learning to Champion Your Child’s Health 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Managing Compassionate Care for Aging Loved Ones 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Bridging the Gap in Mental Health Advocacy 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Navigating End-of-Life Care 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 6: The Part of Tens 261\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: Ten Ways to Get Professional Support 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: Ten Ways to Advocate for Health and Wellness in Your Community 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 21: Ten Ways to Share Your Health Journey with Others 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 22: Ten Ways to Celebrate Your Healthcare Wins and Milestones 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A: Using Technology to Stay Organized 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B: Accessing Online Support Communities 297\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 309\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNichole Davis, DHA, MPH, BCPA\u003c\/b\u003e is a patient advocacy champion and the founder of Wayfinder Patient Advocates. 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