"From 1993 to 2002, the number of hospital discharges for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease increased from 461,000 to 619,000. Average length of stay decreased from 7.2 to 5.1 days. Average total charges per discharge increased from $10,500 to $15,400."
[Source: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, HCUP, Nationwide Inpatient Sample, 1993-2002, HCUPnet.]

Recover from cardiac conditions such as congestive heart failure, coronary artery bypass graft, atrial fibrillation, acute myocardial infarction, and arrthymias by utilizing the services of the VNA.

Services Provided:

	Skilled nursing observation and assessment (B/P, vital signs, lung sounds, heart tones, circulation)
	Teaching and training for patient and family related to diagnosis, weight, and medication
	In-home physical therapy
	High-tech assessment using Telehealth equipment available

Let the VNA, in conjunction with your physician assist you with meeting your needs at home.