What if I am scheduled for a medical procedure?
Before any medical procedure, always show your Medtronic device ID
card so medical personnel are aware that you have an implanted
medical device. For more information about medical procedures that
require precautions, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans,
see "Medical procedure warnings and precautions" on page 51.
What if I need to travel?
When you travel, continue to use your Patient Assistant and
MyCareLink Patient Monitor as instructed and always carry your
cardiac monitor ID card. For information on passing through security
systems such as at the airport, see "Security systems" on page 50.
Consult with your cardiac monitor doctor before your travel for an
extended period of time. Your doctor can make sure your cardiac
monitor transmissions are adjusted for time zone differences, if
necessary, before and after you travel. To contact Medtronic, see page 3
or the back cover of this manual for contact information worldwide.
Are there things my family and friends should know?
They should learn how to use the Patient Assistant so that they can assist
you, if needed (see "Using your Patient Assistant" on page 21).
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