Section 1: Why This Module Matters
Knowing when to act — and acting quickly — is one of the most important skills you can develop as a CABG patient. The difference between a phone call and a 911 call, between a clinic visit and an emergency room visit, and between catching a problem early versus late can be the difference between a minor intervention and a life-threatening crisis.
This module gives you a clear, practical decision framework. Save it. Share it with your caregiver or family member. Return to it whenever you are unsure.
KEY PRINCIPLE
When in doubt, call.
Your surgeon's office has a 24-hour answering service. Calling and being reassured costs nothing. Waiting on a symptom that needs attention can cost everything.