Questions That Could Save a Loved One's Life

Have you ever had hives, swelling, difficulty breathing, or anaphylaxis after any medicine or vaccine?

Do you tolerate all your prescriptions fine?

Are you afraid of needles or injections?

Have you ever stopped a medication because it didn’t help?

How long have you had mild chest discomfort over months?

Does the pain spread to your arm, jaw, back, or come with sweating, nausea, or shortness of breath?

Have you been stressed lately at work or home?

Does anything make it better like walking or standing?

Do you want us to make choices for you if needed?

Have you written down your favorite doctors’ names?

Would you prefer care at home or in a hospital generally?

Do you have an advance directive, living will, or designated durable power of attorney for healthcare documented?

Are you comfortable driving at night?

Have you fallen, felt unsteady, or needed help getting up in the past year?

Do you take vitamins for bones?

Do you exercise occasionally to stay active?

Do you take your prescriptions exactly as directed?

Have you cut back on pharmacy visits recently?

Do you take any vitamins, herbal supplements, or over‑the‑counter remedies along with your prescriptions?

Do you prefer generic or brand medications?

Do you enjoy reading the newspaper every day?

Have you had trouble managing money, paying bills, or keeping track of appointments recently?

Do you forget names of celebrities sometimes?

Have you traveled abroad in the last five years?