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2 table of contents 2 My Information 3 Health Screening Schedule 4 Heart Health at a Glance 5 Preventive Health Screenings at a Glance 6 My Health Screenings 7 My Health Screening Log 8 My Healthcare Providers 9 My Family s Healthcare Providers 10 You and Your Healthcare Provider 11 Summerlin Hospital Medical Services 13 we nurse navigator (702)

3 Name Address Cell of Birth Allergies/Health Conditions Emergency Contact Health Insurance Company my information Blood Type health screening schedule Speak to your healthcare provider for guidance about health screenings and vaccinations. More frequent screenings might be advised. Examination/Test AGE Frequency Blood pressure reading 21+ Every 1-2 years Bone mineral density 65+ Periodically Breast examination by healthcare provider 20 to Every 3 years Every year Breast self-examination 20+ Periodically Cholesterol screening 20+ Every 5 years (fasting lipoprotein test) Colon cancer screening 50+ Every year (fecal occult blood test) Dental checkup and cleaning All Twice a year Hearing test All If needed Mammogram 40+ Every year Pap test and pelvic exam About 3 years after first vaginal intercourse, not later than Once a year or every 2 years, depending on Pap test type Every 2 to 3 years, if results are normal on 3 tests in a row Pap tests no longer needed if 3 prior tests over 10 years are normal Physical examination All Every 2 to 3 years Skin examination by healthcare provider 20+ Periodically, based on personal health history Skin self-examination 40+ Periodically Thyroid test 45+ Every 5 years Health Insurance Group # Health Insurance ID # Primary Care Provider Vision test 20 to to At least once Every 2 to 4 years Every year Vaccination Flu All Every year Herpes zoster 60+ Once only Human papillomavirus (HPV) 11 to 12; or 13 to 26, if not vaccinated previously 3 doses at 0-, 2-, 6-month intervals; no booster necessary Pneumonia 65+ Once only Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis 19+ Booster every 10 years (Td/Tdap) Varicella (chicken pox) doses at 0- and 4- to 8-week intervals Pharmacy 2 3

4 heart health at a glance preventive health screenings at a glance Test Range What It Means Total cholesterol Less than 200 mg/dl Ideal Between 200 and 239 Borderline high 240 and above High LDL ( bad ) cholesterol Below 100 mg/dl Optimal Between 100 and 129 Near optimal/above optimal Borderline high High 190 and above Very high HDL ( good ) cholesterol Less than 50 mg/dl for women; less than 40 for men Low; a major heart disease risk 50 to 60 for women; 40 to Average 50 for men 60 mg/dl or more Ideal; helps lower your risk of heart disease Triglycerides 149 or lower Normal risk of coronary artery disease 150 to 199 Borderline high risk of coronary artery disease 200 to 499 High risk of coronary artery disease 500 or above Very high risk of coronary artery disease Blood pressure Less than120/80 mm Hg Normal blood pressure Between 120/80 and 139/89 mm Hg Prehypertension; with twice the risk of developing hypertension 140/90 to 159/99 mm Hg Stage 1 hypertension 160/100 mm Hg or higher Stage 2 hypertension Use this list to help you better understand specific preventive health screening terms. Bone mineral density test: Identifies low bone mass or weak bone structure, risks for osteoporosis a condition that weakens bones, making them brittle and more likely to fracture. Diagnostic Test: If a screening test is positive, diagnostic testing is done to identify the health concern. Biopsy, magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasound are some examples. Blood Pressure Reading: Identifies blood pressure rates: higher than normal readings could mean an increased risk of heart disease and stroke. Clinical Breast Examination: A visual and physical examination of your breasts for abnormalities by a healthcare professional. Colonoscopy: Identifies (and removes) precancerous polyps or early cancers from the colon. Fasting lipoprotein test: Identifies HDL- and LDL-cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood; abnormal ranges increase the risk for heart disease and stroke. Fasting plasma glucose test: Identifies blood sugar levels; higher than normal ranges could mean an increased risk for diabetes. Fecal occult blood test (also called stool guaiac test): Tests for blood in the stool; provides early warning about colon cancer, but not as specific as colonoscopy for identifying cancer or precancer. High risk HPV-DNA test: Screens for the human papillomavirus (HPV); about 40 strains of the more than 100 types of HPV are spread through sexual contact; two strains are associated with about 70 percent of cervical cancer cases. Recommended with the Pap test for women 30 and older and women with abnormal Pap results. Pap test: Evaluates a cell sample from the cervix for abnormalities that could indicate pre- or early cervical cancer. Pelvic exam: An external and internal examination of the pelvic organs. Mammogram: This X-ray exam of the breast is used to detect and evaluate breast abnormalities, most often in women who don t have any breast symptoms, but also in women who do. Screening test: Looks for or screens for medical conditions before symptoms develop. Thyroid test: Identifies over- or underactive thyroid conditions, both of which are treatable, but which can lead to more serious conditions when left untreated. Vision screening: Identifies potential vision problems, including symptoms of macular degeneration, glaucoma and eye disorders. 4 5

5 my health screenings at a glance my health screening log Blood Pressure Cholesterol Bone mineral density test Clinical breast exam Blood Pressure Cholesterol Colon cancer screening Annual Physical Dental checkup Blood Pressure Cholesterol Hearing test Glaucoma/macular degeneration screening Mammogram Blood Pressure Cholesterol Pap test Pelvic exam Blood Pressure Cholesterol Skin exam Vision exam 6 7

6 my healthcare providers my family s healthcare providers Primary Care Doctor Dentistry Specialty Dermatology Family member Gynecology Doctor Obstetrics Specialty Family member Doctor Specialty Family member Hospital Doctor Specialty Family member 8 9

7 you and your healthcare provider When you have a health screening test, be sure to ask your healthcare provider to help you understand the results. If test results aren t immediate, ask: 1. When and how will I get the results (by phone, mail, next appointment)? 2. Whom can I call to get my results or to explain them to me? 3. What happens next? Preventive Health Screening Questions to Ask Your Healthcare Provider 1. What are my risks for the condition this screening is designed to detect? 2. How often should I be screened for this condition? 3. What should I do to prepare for this screening? 4. Where is the screening done? 5. Will my insurance pay for this screening? Are there other ways to pay for it? Things to Take with You When Meeting with Your Healthcare Provider Insurance card/other documentation List of all conditions for which you are currently being treated List of all prescription and over-the-counter medications that you take, including vitamins, herbal supplements, etc. List/dates of previous surgeries or hospitalizations List of all allergies to medications, foods, etc. List/dates of immunization vaccinations List of all other healthcare providers you currently see summerlin hospital medical center medical services Women s Health Program Our Women s Health Program consists of a comprehensive range of quality services for women of all ages, including mammography, bone density testing, maternity and gynecological surgery. Services are delivered with a strong emphasis on comfort, convenience and patient education. The BirthPlace The FamilyPlace The Women s Center The Breast Care Center Children s Medical Center The Children s Medical Center provides general and intermediate care and has specialty-trained Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) nurses. The Children s Medical Center has the only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) in the western suburbs of Las Vegas and one of only four in Southern Nevada and also features a pediatric ER and a II and III neonatal intensive care unit. Rehabilitation Program At our inpatient unit, therapists and nurses care for individuals recovering from stroke, joint or hip replacement, surgery or other debilitating injury. Outpatient Clinics Hyperbaric and Wound Care Program Cardiac Rehabilitation Sleep Study Center

8 summerlin hospital medical center medical services Surgery Department Summerlin Hospital s surgery department has an expert staff and uses many advanced technologies and techniques for both inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures, including da Vinci Surgical System. The Heart Institute Summerlin Hospital boasts a variety of technologies and services aimed at diagnosing and treating cardiovascular disease. Our diagnostic tools include EEGs, EKGs, cardiac stress testing and CT technology. Stroke Services Certified as a Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission, Summerlin Hospital was recognized for demonstrating compliance with nationally developed standards for stroke care. Accredited Chest Pain Center If you have symptoms of a possible heart attack, let our Accredited Chest Pain Center diagnose and treat you as soon as you can get to us. Our protocol-driven approach to heart care allows us to reduce time from admittance to treatment during the critical first stages of a heart attack. Emergency Department Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, our emergency department is backed by a wide range of hospital services, from radiology to pediatrics, and is staffed by a team of ER professionals. Diagnostic Services The array of inpatient and outpatient radiological and laboratory testing available, includes radiology tests such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), ultrasound with Doppler and nuclear medicine. Inpatient and outpatient laboratory services also are available. notes 12 13

9 Compliments of Women Enlightened for Better Health (we) Physicians are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Summerlin Hospital Medical Center. The hospital shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians.

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