Questions to ask at ep/cardiologist appointments:
- Why am I consider at this risk level at the current time?
- Will my risk level change overtime? Or will the risk level remain the same all the time?
- What are the treatment options?
- Why am I being started on this particular dosage of beta blocker?
- Why is this beta blocker the best one for me compare to the other ones?
- If I have a question after my appointment, what is the best way to contact you?
- Will I need to have genetic testing? How long does it take to get back results for genetic testing?
- What will be done for my kids and other family members?
- Is there any specific medications I should avoid with this diagonals?
- Are there any specific foods or drinks I should avoid with this diagnosis?
- How often will I need to see you and why?
- What kinds of tests will be done to determine my diagnosis?
- After I get a diagnosis, what kinds of tests will continue to be done to ensure I am protected by current dosage of medication and how often will it need to be done?
- What does the genetic test results mean?
- Does hormones play a role in the risk factor?
- When going through puberty, will I have an increase risk of events?
- When going through menopause, will I have an increase risk of events?
- Can I continue to participate in sports?
- Are the medications safe in pregnancy?
- Do I need any precautions if I am thinking of pregnancy?
- How will I coordinate care if I am thinking of pregnancy?
- Can I still take the medications if I want to breast feed?
- How would the medications I am taking affect the baby during pregnancy?
- Is there a correlation that during your menstrual cycle you may have more arrhythmia?
- Based on the condition I have, will I be at a higher risk of events during postpartum?
- Is it ok to take vitamins and other supplements with the current medications I am taking?
- Do I have to keep my heart rate below a certain rate while exercising?
- Are there any activities I should avoid with this diagnosis?
- What restrictions will I have with this diagnosis and why?
- Are there precautions to take if I may need other surgeries?
- What side effects is possible from the medications I am taking?
- Will I have full access to my data so I can meaningful engage in my own health care?
- Do you engage a resident therapist/psychiatrist who can help me with coping issues, should they arise?
- Are there any support groups I could join either in person or online to talk to others?