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Post-Open Heart Surgery Needs for Home
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items A comprehensive list of things you might need post open-heart surgery. Please consult with your doctors/surgeons about what you will need for home after surgery.
After I got home from open-heart surgery, I needed a pillow for sneezing, riding in the car, coughing, and for comfort. Bonus Tip: Let your nurses, doctors, caretakers, friends, and family sign it. It's like hugging the people who love you even when ...
MOYOAMA Open Heart Surgery Recovery Pillow
Hands down these pajamas were the best investment my daughter made after my open-heart surgery. Seriously soft, and easy on and off. Remember to get help with dressing post open-heart surgery.
Joyspun Women's Knit Short Sleeve Notch Collar Top and Capri Pajama Set ...
My surgeon recommended this body wash for post-surgery showers. Please remember to follow the instructions your doctor/surgeon gives you for bathing. avoid baths. It's showers for a while.
Dove Antibacterial Body Wash Pump 30.6 oz
I can personally and highly recommend these bathing wipes for between showers after open-heart surgery.
Inspire Rinse Free Body Wash Wipes - Extra Large Aloe
I used these super soft wash mitts to navigate showering around my incisions after surgery. I recommend that you find some soft, microfiber facial makeup remover cloths at least. These mitts are perfect.
PHOGARY 6 Grey Bath Mitts Washcloths 5x8
Even if you think you won't need a shower stool; you will. I am glad I have mine, even if it's temporary for showering after open-heart surgery.
HOMLAND Heavy Duty Shower Chair w/ Back
I found this toilet riser to be a big help post heart surgery at home. It's nice to be able to easily use the bathroom while you're healing.
Carex E-Z Lock 5" Raised Toilet Seat with Handles
You will need to find a suitable post-surgery journal to track the vitals recommended by your doctor for several weeks. Your temperature, weight, and blood pressure are usually the top 3 after open-heart surgery.
Post Surgery Journal: Daily Log for Recovery
This is an excellent brand of blood pressure monitor. It allows you to also keep track using your phone via the mobile app. The app is also compatible with EKG monitors if you need one.
OMRON Bronze Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor
If you're not already on a healthy heart diet, this cookbook is great for beginners to seasoned cooks.
Heart Healthy Cookbook: Low-Fat DASH & Mediterranean Recipes
You may find you need a little help from these devices for bathroom use.
Toilet Aids Set - Long Handle Butt Wiper 4PCS
This is just another alternative for a heart pillow if you want something that can hold a heat or cold pack.
Heart Surgery Pillow with Pocket Comfort Cushion
This set of pillows made a huge difference between sleep and restlessness for me post surgery.
6pcs Orthopedic Bed Wedge Pillow Set for Pain Relief
You will need some slipper socks or soft slippers. I love this brand. Plus, when my feet were cold, this lining is a big comfort.
Snoozies Pairable Non-Slip Fuzzy Slipper Socks
Meditation and mindfulness are recommended for post-surgery calm. This set of soft headphones allow you to sleep to your favorite sleep music, meditation, etc. I use mine to listen to biblical podcasts, which offer me ideal meditation.
Voerou Bluetooth Sleep Headphones Headband
You may need something to keep your backside from feeling sore post-surgery. This bottom pillow does that.
Donut Pillow Seat Cushion for Tailbone Pain Relief
This top-rated brand of fingertip pulse Oximeters can help you track your oxygen levels from home.
Innovo Deluxe iP900AP Fingertip Pulse Oximeter
You will need to stay hydrated. This water bottle with a reusable straw will help you stay on track. Plus, it's easy access and it won't strain your body to drink from it.
QLUR 32oz Motivational Water Bottle with Straw
Don't forget to keep yourself entertained until you are released for activity post heart surgery. I recommend the new Kindle Fire 11 tablet to access books, audiobooks, music, movies and shows, games and more to keep your brain active.
Amazon Fire Max 11 Tablet, 64GB, Gray
It will likely be recommended to have a medium to high support sports bra, especially for women post open-heart surgery to protect your incision and reduce pain. This is the one I used, but there are higher support bras if needed.
Avia Women's Medium Support Zip Front Sports Bra, Sizes S-3XL
You may want to get an extra pair or two of these since you will probably be wearing them for a few weeks after surgery.
Kendall T.E.D. Knee Length Anti Embolism Stockings, Medium