Please read this before using ChairCalm or Patient Advocate One.
ChairCalm is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice. Nothing on ChairCalm or Patient Advocate One constitutes medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician, nephrologist, or qualified health provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition.
The content on ChairCalm and Patient Advocate One — including all educational articles, audio content, dialysis terms definitions, and AI-assisted responses — is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read or heard on ChairCalm or Patient Advocate One.
ChairCalm is a personal awareness and communication tool. It is not a medical device as defined by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It does not monitor vital signs, detect medical conditions, or provide clinical assessments. The fluid gain calculations and pull rate estimates shown in ChairCalm are informational only and are not validated clinical measurements.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately. Do not use ChairCalm to seek emergency assistance. ChairCalm is not designed to respond to emergencies and cannot contact emergency services on your behalf.
If you experience chest pain, severe shortness of breath, uncontrolled bleeding, or any other urgent symptom, contact your care team or call 911 immediately.
While we make every effort to provide accurate and current information, medical knowledge evolves. Patient Advocate One content reflects the understanding of a patient advocate, not a licensed clinician. It may not reflect the most current clinical research or guidelines. Do not make clinical decisions based solely on information from ChairCalm.
Every dialysis patient's situation is different. Information that applies to one patient may not apply to another. Treatment targets, dietary restrictions, and clinical recommendations vary based on individual lab values, comorbidities, and physician judgment. Always discuss your specific situation with your care team.
Your nephrologist, dialysis nurses, dietitian, and social worker are your primary sources of medical guidance. ChairCalm is designed to help you understand your care and communicate more effectively with your care team — not to replace them.
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