Patient Booklet Krames® Understanding Pacemakers

Features

• Easy-to-read guide to understanding pacemakers and implantation reflects current technology and practice trends
• Supports shared decision making and informed consent and emphasizes patient participation and responsibilities
• Topics: The Hearts Electrical System; Why bradycardia can occur; Types of pacemakers, including biventricular; Rate-responsive feature; Implantation, risks and complications; Recovery and when to call the doctor; Monitoring your pacemaker, precautions
• 16 pages, full-color photography and enhanced anatomical artwork