Successful transition planning helps to ensure coordinated care that is culturally sensitive, appropriate for your child's age and development, and family focused.
Middle transition preparation (15-17 years):
- Healthcare providers continue to see patient alone for part of the visit
- Patients are provided with a binder of information designed to educate them about their condition and prepare them for eventual transfer to an adult transplant program
- Patients learn the names of their medications, doses and schedule
- Caregivers help patients manage their health care (for example by supporting them with reminders for taking medications)
- Patient and caregivers develop a calendar for appointments together
- Patients and caregivers discuss their concerns, goals, and questions with the pediatric transplant team
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