HEART ATTACK: A Guide for You and Your Family

Description

If you have had a heart attack, open-heart surgery or other cardiac problem, and have been in the hospital, this book is for you and your family. You will learn more about what it takes to make life work again, how to take charge of your health after you leave the hospital. This practical guide has professional advice from a medical team, suggested questions to ask them as you leave the hospital, and later on when you visit your doctor's office. You will benefit from the information and advice from men and women who have gone through the same things as you. They tell you what works and what doesn't. When to buy something, or not, and where to buy it at the best price. This consumer savvy can save you time, energy and dollars and determine the quality of your life. Key sections include candid advice about sex, preventing injuries, handling emergencies, and a plan to return to work.