RESOURCES FROM WHEELCHAIR USERS WHO ARE CURRENTLY BATTLING OR HAVE BEATEN CANCER
Paulsen found a proactive approach to educating nurses and doctors was needed before and after surgery.
Paulsen took it upon herself to educate the “professionals.”
She explained all the areas she envisioned needing
help and made sure the hospital provided them, including a Hoyer lift for
transfers and visiting nurses to change dressings and manage drains.
Having the right equipment and services was key, as was having supportive
friends and family.
Her partner’s family had a lot of experience helping others recover.
His mom is an RN and she even moved in to support Paulsen at home.
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