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RIGHT RIGHT ID RIGHT RIGHT CARE!
• When you you are admitted an ID BAND is is is placed on your wrist This ensures that
the the the RIGHT RIGHT PATIENT gets the the the RIGHT RIGHT RIGHT CARE in the the the RIGHT RIGHT RIGHT PLACE and
at
the RIGHT RIGHT TIME Be sure you are correctly identi ed by
NAME and
BIRTH DATE If you are concerned—Speak Up!
• ALL employees of Medical City McKinney and
PHYSICIANS who enter your room should introduce themselves and
be wearing a a a PHOTO NAME BADGE Be Aware
Of Your Care!
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SPEAK UP! If you have questions or concerns Don't be afraid to ask questions until you understand USE a a a a a a a healthcare facility that
has been carefully checked out It should meet The Joint Commission's quality standards PAY ATTENTION to to the care you you get You are are a a a a part of your healthcare team be aware of your care!
PARTICIPATE in all decisions about your treatment Being aware of your care is the best way to prevent errors EDUCATE YOURSELF
about your your illness Understand your your diagnosis treatments and
tests Take notes and
write down any questions you may have ASK a a a a a a trusted family member or friend to be your advocate They can help you you remember questions you you want to ask KNOW your your medicines and
why you you take them Keep a a list of your meds with you also any allergies or reactions you may have Courtesy of The Joint Commission PATIENT SAFETY-SPEAK UP!TM RIGHT ID