HELP! I've Been Seriously Injured; A Survivors Guide..

by Kay Pratt

Overview

This is an important resource for those who have survived serious injuries, their loved ones, and treating healthcare professionals. Often, injured individuals and their loved ones cannot anticipate or plan fully for the major life changes that follow a serious injury. There is just no way to really appreciate how different their lives will be. This book will help decrease the confusion and frustration experienced by many, as they try to adjust to the realities of their new lives.

In this guide you'll find practical answers to your questions regarding everything from what to expect in the ICU and hospital to post hospital recovery and rehabilitation, transition and more such as; who the specialists are, where to go and how to receive continued medical treatment, building a medical support team, filing and managing medical records and claims for disability benefits, medical treatments and rehabilitation.

Having experienced the physical and emotional affects of serious injury, Kay provides helpful information, guidance and resources for dealing with pain, distress, confusion and transitioning toward a new and satisfying future.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940012967190
Publisher:	Kay Pratt
Publication date:	06/07/2011
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	350
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Kay Pratt is a Certified Expressive Art’s Therapies’ Practitioner and a Spiritual Life Coach in Southern California.

She is the founder of the Expressive Arts Therapies Network, an Artist and an Author with a focus on helping others move for-ward with their lives through creativity fol-lowing treatment for serious injury, illness and trauma. Her practice includes men and women returning from war zones.

Editorial Reviews

I consider this essential reading, and plan to have my students and junior colleagues read this book. There is so much helpful information to be had in a text that can only be written from a personal perspective. Kay's book will help decrease the confusion and frustration experienced by many, as they try to adjust to the realities of their new lives. Her writing is clear and her suggested tips are invaluable."

David Lechuga, Ph.D., ABPP, APN