Caregiver_Discharge_Guide

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2	DISCHARGE SUPPLY GUIDE
3	For Caregivers, Family Members & Discharge Coordinators
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5	This guide helps caregivers prepare a safe home environment for an older adult returning from the hospital. Each section covers a specific scenario, lists the supplies needed, explains what each item does, includes safety notes, and provides shopping links. Always follow your hospital discharge instructions first. ⚠️ IMPORTANT: This guide does NOT replace medical advice. Always follow your doctor's, nurse's, physical therapist's, occupational therapist's, and speech therapist's specific instructions before adding any item.
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11	SHEET INDEX – CLICK A TAB BELOW TO JUMP TO THAT SECTION
12	Sheet / Tab Name	What It Covers
13	📋 Cover & How to Use	This page – overview and instructions
14	🧠 Mental State & Confusion	Mild / moderate / advanced confusion scenarios
15	👁️ Vision & Glaucoma	Poor eyesight, fall prevention, lighting
16	🦵 Swelling & Edema	Edema, compression, skin care
17	⚖️ Balance & Mobility	Stable vs. unstable balance, fall prevention
18	🧠 Stroke Scenarios	Body weakness, swallowing (dysphagia), speech, memory
19	🛏️ Bed & Sleep Equipment	Hospital beds, pressure relief, repositioning
20	🚽 Incontinence Supplies	Pull-ups vs. briefs, chux, skin barrier products
21	🚿 Bathroom & Shower Safety	Shower chair, grab bars, non-slip mats
22	🧴 Hygiene & Skin Care	Peri bottle, gloves, barrier cream, powder
23	💊 Medications & Constipation	Pill organizers, laxatives, fiber, suppositories
24	🩹 Bedsores & Wound Care	Prevention, positioning, what to apply
25	🍽️ Eating & Dysphagia	Thick-It, adaptive utensils, cup lids, pureed food
26	♿ Mobility & Transfer Aids	Walker, wheelchair, gait belt, Hoyer lift
27	🌙 Nighttime Safety	Night lights, motion sensors, bed alarms
28	📝 Master Checklist	All items in one printable checklist
29	🛒 Quick Shopping Links	Curated product links by category
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