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@gingerw

@dhrubasen Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. My husband had his kidney transplant Oct 1, 2016. Granted, each patient and caregiver team is different. Here's what I recall:

-Be there for the patient. They may feel great, but all of the sudden, fatigue will overcome them. Try to ensure they don't overdue it the first couple of weeks , while making sure they do get up and move.
- The first 6 weeks or so the patient shouldn't be driving. While there are many medical appointments to be kept, that's where the caregiver comes in.
- The transplant team will advise physical restrictions as far as lifting,etc.
- Most importantly, be there for the patient in a supporting role. They have just undergone major surgery. There are the aftereffects of anesthesia, plus the emotional aspects of receiving an organ, whether deceased or live donor. Be their sounding board.Encourage them to discuss how they feel with you.
Ginger

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Great advice

At my place I am asked to provide two post transplant caregivers 24x7. People living with family this is not a challenge but those living alone - this will be a challenge. No rehab or pvt nursing home is acceptable to the transplant team. Hiring 24x7 at home nurses for say 6 weeks is expensive. Any suggestion on how to deal with this situation?

Thanks!!