Care transitions: discharge-to-home setup (caregiver + survivor)
Checklist for the first 72 hours home: meds, follow-ups, home safety, swallow plan, rehab plan, emergency plan
CaregiverCaregiver, SurvivorIntro12 minPlain (6–8)
Educational only
Educational only — confirm your personalized plan with the discharge team.
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What you'll learn
- Set up meds and follow-ups
- Prepare home safety basics
- Create an emergency plan
- Know key red flags
Before leaving
- Get meds list
- Get follow-up dates
- Ask about swallow plan
First day home
- Set pill routine
- Set safe pathways
- Confirm mobility plan
First week
- Therapy appointments
- BP tracking if advised
- Questions list
Practice check
Check your understanding
A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.
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