Pediatric Heart and Heart Lung Manual for Parents

A Parent's Guide to Pediatric Heart and Heart-Lung Transplant

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In grateful recognition of Marvin and Betti Hudson, their family and friends, whose generous donations have made this book possible, and in loving memory of their son, Bryon Allen, for whom this book serves as a living testimonial.

Table of Contents

Evaluation
The Waiting Period
What to Tell Friends and Teachers
Transplant Time
After the Operation: The Intensive Care Unit
Special Concerns Following Surgery
Medications
Getting Better: The General Care Unit
Going Home
Going Back to School
Returning to the Hospital
When to Call