And unfortunately, when immediately life-threatening emergencies happen, alternative measures aren't very helpful (think: broken bones, blistering burns, heart issues, car accidents resulting in severe trauma).
Although the US healthcare system system CAN be lifesaving, sadly it's still a broken system.
This is what informed consent should look like:
1. knowing key details of the proposed intervention
2. having an active role in making decisions
3. discussing alternative options for a proposed procedure
4. knowing all the risks and options available to you
But some other things may hold you back from making informed decisions in the medical care system
This is why it's SO important to have fundamental knowledge of the conventional medical care system. You know the ins and outs of what their medical history, their allergies, what they fear, what makes them feel safe.
And with so much information on "alternative" treatments - like herbals, homeopathics, chronic illness remedies - there isn't a whole lot of information out there that teaches you
how to think (should an emergency hospital visit come up).
So if you...
don't know how the medical system works
don't know your rights and how to ensure they're respected
don't know what kind of decisions you'll be faced with
don't know how to respond under time constraints
don't know what kind of questions to ask
Enter your bullet points here..
... the confidence needed to best support yourself and your family might be in jeopardy
My name is Emmalee.
I'm a wife, mother of two, and a Registered Nurse.
Before going to nursing school, I felt very opposed to the medical establishment. I avoided the hospital like the plague and genuinely believed nothing good or helpful happened there.
Fast forward to 2018... I was working in critical care and a young, active, healthy female patient came in. She had been in a freak accident and was in complete shambles. It suddenly dawned on me: that could be me.
My old mentality of avoiding the hospital at all cost turned into a rude awakening - my family could suffer a loss (me!)
I know how unnerving navigating traditional medical care can be...
That's why I created a guide to relieve of the pressure. And I am SO eager to share it with you.
Introducing...
The downloadable guide for holistically minded mothers desiring to feel equipped to handle the traditional health care system when faced with unexpected emergency events (whew, long sentence to marinate on, I know!)
After reviewing this guide, you'll be able to:
-know how to confidently make decisions for yourself and your family members if shaken by a life-threatening emergency
-feel familiar with medical lingo to lessen overwhelming feelings in the hospital setting
-have the tools to engage in respectful conversation with medical staff
-know how to ask the right questions so informed consent actually happens
-feel prepared to make choices with the least amount of necessary intervention
The intent of my guide is twofold:
I want to teach you HOW to make informed decisions (even when you're not provided all of the necessary information) and instill confidence while in a fast-paced, overwhelming setting.
This guide does not tell you what to do if xyz occurs, nor do I tell you what I believe the best course of action would be. The reason for this is because I don't know the specifics of situations you may face, nor do I know the details of your family's history.
section 1: EMERGENCY CARE
Here, I dive into an overview of the emergency department, levels of the urgency of the emergency, and common reasons for seeking emergency care.
section 2: SURGERY
This section helps you understand the outpatient and inpatient procedures, helps prepare expectations for pre-op/post-op appointments, and what kinds of questions to ask your doctor. It also goes over all the different types of anesthesia, so you can make informed decisions regarding your care.
section 3: HOSPITAL ADMISSION
The hospital isn’t a comfortable place that you want to spend very much time in. On top of the stress of an unfamiliar environment, patients rarely get adequate rest due to the unusual sounds, smells, and staff members coming in and out all day. Being empowered with knowledge regarding what to expect may help alleviate some of the stress related to the unknown, leading to less anxiety and faster healing.
section 4: LIFE-SAVING MEASURES
This section gives you clarity on what kinds of lifesaving measures you may want to opt out of. Such as: what does “Do Not Resuscitate” and what “Do Not Intubate” really mean. This section also gives you knowledge on the roles of hospital staff during critical care situations.
section 5: END-OF-LIFE CARE
This section equips you with the awareness of the different types of end-of-life decisions. If you or a loved one (at any age, not just the elderly) are hit with facing scary choices and there was no prior discussion on preferences, overwhelm and panic could set in. Spending a short time having these tough talks with family now, while not under the stress of crisis, can lessen the burden before something serious happens.
section 6: QUICK REFERENCE
Here, there are straight-forward resources for understanding your medical care - including vital signs, types of intravenous hydration, cardiac arrhythmias, common medical jargon, and abbreviations.
This guide is a resource to lessen the mental load should you find yourself totally out of your element.
Because you know precisely how little intervention you want. And there's no way that all these "IVs, catheters, antibiotics, and drugs," often given with little to no explanation, are needed.
It's tailored for you if you:
-have natural treatments that aren't working for an abrupt, acute illness or injury, and you need to seek treatment ASAP
-desire to be truly a part of the decision making process when it comes to your health
-crave knowledge on how the human body works and what serious conditions can land you in the emergency room
-want to know how to form effective questions
-want the least amount of intervention possible but don't have a clue what "vital signs" even are (don't worry, I go over that!)
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what people are saying:
“As a nurse myself, I wasn’t expecting to learn a whole lot from the guide Emmalee created, but wow was I blown away + completely schooled by her all-encompassing knowledge! Her attention to detail is unmatched. I couldn’t believe all the minute details she included that I would have never thought to. You can tell that she poured her heart + soul into this in order to arm parents + loved ones with as much info + medical explanations as possible to make sure no one feels incompetent or out of their wheelhouse if they were to ever spend time in the hospital. Nothing says “mama bear” quite like an informed mama, advocating for her babies from a place of medical knowledge from an insider ;)“
-Allie
“As someone who prefers alternative and holistic medicine, I consider hospitals to be an absolute last resort. ‘Surviving the Sickcare System’ is an incredible tool to have on hand in the case of an emergency hospital visit. After reading it, I feel well-informed and much more prepared should I find myself facing an unexpected medical decision. Emmalee has done an amazing job in creating such a well-rounded, informative medical guide. It’s user friendly and beautifully curated. The love and time that she has poured into it is evident on every page. It’s an incredible resource to have on hand and I’m so thankful that she felt called to share her knowledge and experience.”
-Kasey
"Being holistically-minded and in good health, I don't often consider how I would feel in an emergency situation, needing to receive care from the medical system. However, it’s silly to think that way. There will come a time when I am standing inside the walls of a hospital needing to make informed decisions, whether for myself or for a loved one. I want to be prepared. Surviving the Sickcare System is a tool that I didn’t know I needed until I sat down and considered how I would feel walking into an ER today. In reading this amazing resource, I actually realized how much I have been mistreated by the medical system in the past, and what I could have done differently to prevent the continuation of poor care. I am so grateful to have found this resource before I needed it. The last thing I want to do is walk into an emergency situation unprepared, as that will only elevate the level of overwhelm and distress already present. This guide stays with me on my phone and in a binder in my home so I have it when I need it. It is well organized and filterable. I can easily and quickly find the information I am looking for, making it perfect for an emergent or unexpected situation. Having read this guide cover to cover, I feel more confident that I can have a positive experience with the medical system because I am informed. There is no greater feeling.”
-Anna
"This guide is a must-have for everyone, but especially anyone who doesn't have a medical background (like myself). Through this guide I learned about what takes place in the emergency department, what happens if/when you're admitted to the hospital, what to expect for different conditions, what I can do to advocate for myself, my rights as a patient, and so much more. I'm so thankful to not only have a baseline of this knowledge, but also to be able to refer back to this if the time comes where I need to use it. Emmalee's knowledge as an RN is shared so well in this guide, in a way that's easy for anyone to understand. I cannot recommend this highly enough. It will be priceless in a medical emergency and I'm so grateful to have it.”
-Annika
My desire is for you to navigate the healthcare system with confidence and ease (the most ease you can get!). If there is any reason this guide does not meet your expectations, I will 100% refund you back. I only ask for your feedback on how this resource can be improved and what you would like to see included for the future. Please e-mail emmalee@awakeandwell.co and I will make it right for you.
And because I care so deeply about informed consent, I want you to feel confident in this resource. Maybe I missed answering one of your questions? If that’s the case and you feel compelled for more information, please reach out so I can help you get a better understanding!
And don’t worry. If you miss the sale while waiting for me to answer, I’ll honor the 3-day special.
I’m Emmalee and I’m your adrenaline-driven, water loving, outdoor enthusiast.
My husband and I have always been into holistic care for ourselves and our children. I’m talking about EMF protection devices to red light therapy to taping our mouths while we sleep (don’t get me started on the importance of protecting our airway!)
But when my husband was diagnosed with lung cancer (we’ve never even smoked) we had to make some serious decisions and had to ask a lot of questions. We’re both nurses. We know the lingo and we know how to ask questions. But this whole lung cancer diagnosis blindsided us. The entire process drained me, and I couldn’t fathom how women without a medical background would be able to navigate it.
From that moment on, I knew I wanted to prepare other women to face the healthcare system with an unwavering amount of confidence.