Audio PSA: Be Prepared for Medical Appointments

Narrator: You’ve just seen your doctor and he’s ordered blood work, x-rays and other tests but what does it all mean? Well, you should ask. The single most important thing you can do for your health is to ask questions. Be an informed and active member of your health care team. Remember, your health begins with you. To learn the types of questions to ask, get the brochure, Be Prepared for Medical Appointments, at ahrq.gov/consumer. A message from the U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.