Patient Education Manual for Rehabilitation Facilities

This manual provides basic information for the patient about the primary diagnosis, possible complications, the body systems, nutrition, & adjusting to illness or injury. There are also handouts that cover diagnoses less frequently seen such as Guillain-Barre syndrome, postpolio syndrome, & multiple sclerosis. Special topics include sexuality, medications, & other resources for patients. The manual, developed & used by the staff at St. Joseph's Rehabilitation Hospital in Albuquerque, NM, can help facilities meet CARF/JCAHO requirements for patient education.St. Joseph's Rehabilitation Hospital Staff is the author of 'Patient Education Manual for Rehabilitation Facilities' with ISBN 9780834207158 and ISBN 083420715X.