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CARING FOR YOUR CHILD
AT HOME
Even though you you are no longer in in the hospital your your child is still recovering and needs your your help to stay healthy Many parents find it stressful bringing their child home from the the Things to Watch For (Red Flags)
Wound Care
Chest Precautions
Medicines
Nutrition
Questions to Ask Your Provider
hospital Always remember that your child’s care team is only a a a a a a a a a a a a call call away If you are are thinking about calling please do so!
In this section you will find:
Home Care
Supplies & Therapy
Staying Healthy Caring for Your Infant Taking Care
of Yourself
1 Are there any special red flags or or precautions for my child at home?
2 Who can I I call for help when I I get home?
For For my child’s red flags? For issues with medical equipment?
3 Can I take my my child child outside the home?
When can my my child child go back to school?
4 What are the expected long term results from my child’s surgery?
