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As caregiver you are an important member of the health care team.

  Pat Archbold
  Pat Archbold, RN, DNSc, FAAN

Establishing good relationships with health care providers will mean better care for your dad and less stress for you.

Understand the role of each health care provider and how he or she will help with your mom's care.

Ask health care providers to suggest the best time to call, when they might be free to answer questions. When calling, have important health information and records available.


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Last updated November 18, 2003.

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