Procedure
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
A one-page care plan for patients having Flexible Sigmoidoscopy, covering Purpose, Protection & Preparation, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Protection & Preparation
- I understand this procedure looks at the lower part of my colon
- I understand it helps find causes of bleeding, pain, or bowel changes
- I follow bowel prep instructions exactly before the procedure
- I take or hold medicines as told (blood thinners, diabetes meds, others)
- I know who to contact if I have questions before the procedure
Expectations & Execution
5 points, for partners
Nutrition & Next Steps
4 points, for partners
Consistency
4 points, for partners
Indications
4 points, for partners
Lifestyle & Long-Term Success
4 points, for partners
When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners
See the full plan
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.