Healthy Living - Whidbey Island Healthcare Guide 2019

Whidbey Island

HEALTHCARE GUIDE

2019 Your Health Matters

A Supplement of the Whidbey News-Times and South Whidbey Record

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ER Nurses are unsung heroes

No one wants to see the inside of an emergency room or medical center, but few people avoid occasional visits to the ER. When such situations arise, a top-notch trauma team can make all the difference.

One of the first people patients encounter inside an ER are the nurses who quickly assess life-threatening problems and begin to solve them on the spot. Although nurses can work in hospital emergency rooms, emergency nurses also may work in ambulances, urgent care centers, sports arenas, and other highstress situations. ER nurses are registered nurses who work closely with doctors to help diagnose, stabilize and manage conditions.

They also liaise between family members and other medical staff and educate patients about their conditions once an emergency situation is addressed.

In a single day, ER nurses may encounter children with broken bones, patients with acute stomach pains and people injured in motor vehicle accidents, among many other

2019 • Whidbey Island Healthcare Guide potential situations. Patients of all ages come through trauma centers, and prioritizing emergencies can be part of the job description.

An ER nurse’s day is frequently stressful and fast-paced. Some of the tasks to be expected, according to the nursing career resource Nurse Frontier, include: • First aid • Suturing • Intubation • Bag valve mask ventilation • Administering medicine • Basic life support • Advance cardiac life support

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• Transfusing blood Prospective ER nurses must complete a nursing degree or diploma program. Both the United States and Canada require prospective ER nurses to pass the NCLEX-RN exam, which is administered by the National Council of State Boards. RNs receive state licensing in the United States. In Canada there is no national license; each province or territory licenses individually based on jurisdiction.

According to Johnson & Johnson’s Discover Nursing, ER nurses are increasingly learning about tech, thanks to electronic medical records and point-of-care barcoding.

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Dr. Kristine Jarrell has provided exceptional audiology care for children, adults and seniors on Whidbey Island for over 20 years. She specializes in helping individuals and families cope with hearing loss by creating affordable, customized hearing solutions.

20 NW Birch Street Coupeville, WA 98239

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Understanding dementia and Alzheimer's What is dementia, is it different from Alzheimer’s?

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Dementia is a general term for loss of cognitive functioning severe enough to interfere with daily life, dementia itself is not a disease.

It is caused by physical changes in the brain.

Alzheimer's is the most common type of dementia, but there are many kinds.

How do I know if my loved one needs memory care?

A physician’s diagnosis is the most important piece, but daily it’s vital to recognize some of the many warning signs such as, confusion about where they are, losing track of time, trouble managing finances/paying bills and trouble performing familiar tasks.

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We are here to help with complete, professional and compassionate funeral planning services to meet your needs and respectfully celebrate the life and legacy of your loved one.

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Understanding the jargon of health insurance

The world of healthcare can be confusing to navigate. Before the prevalence of health maintenance organizations and various other health and wellness insurance groups, obtaining medical assistance involved going to the doctor and then paying the bill. But today people must navigate copayments, coinsurance, deductibles, and savings plans, which can make it difficult to understand what’s going on with your insurance company.

Healthcare is standardized in some areas of the world and publicly financed with little to no out-of-pocket costs for participating citizens. Elsewhere, access to health insurance is provided through employers or government assistance programs or individually purchased.

Understanding some health insurance-related jargon is a great way to better educate oneself about the industry.

• Benefit period: The benefit period refers to the duration of time services are covered under your plan. It is usually a calendar year from the point of start to end. It may begin each year on an anniversary date when you first received coverage.

• Coinsurance: This is a percentage of the cost of services rendered in specific areas outlined by the health plan that you are responsible for after a deductible is met. For example, a plan may cover 85 percent of costs, with patients responsible for the remaining 15.

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• Copayment (copay): A copayment refers to the flat rate you pay to a provider at the time you receive services. Some plans do not have copays.

• Deductible: The amount you pay for health services before the insurance company pays. You must meet a set limit, which varies by plan and provider, before insurance will kick in and cover the remaining costs during the benefit period. Many plans have a $2,000 per person deductible. This deductible renews with each calendar year.

• HMO: A health maintenance organization offers services only with specific HMO providers. Referrals from a primary care doctor often are needed to see specialists.

• HSA: A health savings account enables you to set aside pre-tax income up to a certain limit for certain medical expenses.

• Long-term care insurance: A specific healthcare plan that can be used for in-home nursing care or to pay for the medical services and room and board for assisted living/nursing home facilities.

• Network provider: This is a healthcare provider who is part of a plan’s network. Many insurance companies negotiate set rates with providers to keep costs low. They will only pay out a greater percentage to network providers.

• Non-network provider: A healthcare provider who is not part of a plan’s network.

Costs may be higher if you visit a non-network provider or if you are not covered at all.

• PPO: A preferred provider organization is a type of insurance plan that offers more extensive coverage for in-network services, but offer additional coverage for out-of-network services.

Navigating health insurance is easier when policy holders understand some common industry jargon.

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FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE!

Cataract surgery options within reach Did you know there are options for cataract surgery right here on Whidbey Island? For your convenience Island Eye Care can perfom cataract surgeries locally, without the need to travel off island. Dr. Johnson is committed to the people of Whidbey Island and will not be leaving this area.

Dr. Robert Johnson, MD

STAY ON WHIDBEY ISLAND FOR YOUR CATARACT SURGERY

At Island Eye Care we have improved the cataract surgery experience with the introduction of Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery and a “Dropless” post-surgical regimen!

We are pleased to offer Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery using the FDA approved LenSx® laser. The LenSx® laser brings a new level of customization to cataract surgery, allowing Dr. Johnson to tailor each procedure specifically to your eyes.

NO DROPS after cataract surgery! Dropless - is a formulation of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medication which is administered in the back of the eye at the end of cataract surgery. This approach eliminates the need for post operative drops in most patients.

There is no need for you to leave Whidbey Island for the best cataract surgery options! Call today for an appointment with Dr. Johnson to discuss how a personalized approach can improve your cataract surgery experience!

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