Procedure
Echocardiogram
A one-page care plan for patients having Echocardiogram, covering Purpose, Protection & Preparation, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Protection & Preparation
- I understand that an echocardiogram is an ultrasound test of the heart
- I understand that this test looks at heart structure, movement, and function
- I understand that this test does not use radiation
- I understand that little or no special preparation is usually needed
- I know who to contact if I have questions before the test
Expectations & Execution
5 points, for partners
Nutrition & Next Steps
4 points, for partners
Consistency
4 points, for partners
Indications
3 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
Echocardiogram is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.