Includes bibliographical references (pages 157-169) and index.
Contents:
Understanding stroke -- Caring from someone recovering from a stroke -- Caring for yourself -- Resources -- References -- Index.
Summary:
"Learn to care of you and your loved one after a stroke. A stroke changes the lives of everyone in the family. Becoming a caregiver for a stroke patient means increased responsibilities, hard decisions, and new emotional stresses--especially when the patient is a loved one. This book will help you through these challenging times with knowledge, compassionate guidance, and reaffirming anecdotes. It includes support about topics such as medications and treatments, financial and legal decisions, and work-life balance. Understanding stroke. Discover the signs and symptoms of a stroke, explained in layperson's terms, as well as the steps to prevent a stroke from occurring. Care and recovery. Get helpful advice to restore the best health and function possible and be an advocate for a stroke patient with doctors and their support team. Caring for yourself. Find practical tips, guidance, and resources for supporting a caregiver's mental and physical health -- which are just as important as patient recovery" -- Page [4] of cover.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.