Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (CABG) and Discharge Planning Considerations to Prevent Hospital Re-Admissions

Course Provider
Wayne State University, Institute of Gerontology
Learning Objectives
Identify what Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG) is and different variations of the surgery
List the indicators of need and risks associated with CABG surgery
List 4 alternatives to CABG surgery
Discuss why CABG patients are readmitted frequently after discharge and strategies to decrease readmittance to hospital
Discuss Discharge Planning considerations for the case manager and educational needs of patient.