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Cardiac Device Bundle

A focused CarePlanRx™ support resource designed to improve clarity, follow-through, and next-step confidence.

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A focused CarePlanRx™ support resource designed to improve clarity, follow-through, and next-step confidence.

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acd-008 Cardiac Device Recovery Companion
acd-025 Heart Failure Companion
por002 What to Expect After Surgery
por004 ADLs Mobility & Home Safety
por013 How Long Does Surgical Recovery Take
por003 Phase-Based Recovery Roadmap
por006 Home Exercise Program Library
dcm001 Condition Overview & What to Expect
hmb005 Medication Tracking
mwp002 Sleep Hygiene
kpd001 Post-Operative Recovery Journal
kpd004 Mental Wellness & Participation Journal
kpd010 Sleep Reset Workbook
kpd011 Chronic Pain Support Workbook
kpd019 Health Behavior Activation Planner

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