The Widow-Maker Heart Attack At Age 48: Written By A Heart Attack Survivor For A Heart Attack Survivor And Their Loved Ones |  | Author: Patrick J. Fox
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Category: Book
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Rating:  8 reviews
Sales Rank: 450,674
Media: Paperback
Edition: 1st
Pages: 140
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Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 6 x 0.5
ISBN: 1438962797
Dewey Decimal Number: 306
EAN: 9781438962795
ASIN: 1438962797
Publication Date: May 7, 2009
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The Widow-Maker Heart attack at age 48 was written by a "miracle" survivor of a massive heart attack. He provides hope and a pathway to recovery for other heart attack patients and their loved ones facing the same daunting life changing, unexpected experience. His entire first year of life after suffering his heart attack; actually dying six times, is chronicled in this book combined with his ever changing physical and psychological feelings. In writing this book it was the author's goal to help other families and loved ones facing the same devastating unfamiliar territory as his family faced on March 31, 2008. His goal was to provide timeless support for the loved ones of the heart attack victim so that they might better be able to understand what the patient is going through and what they, as loved ones might do to help the heart attack victim better deal with their life changing experience. The genuine and heartfelt desire on the part of the author to provide insight to the heart attack patient in their post heart attack life is profound and dynamic as they too successfully recover. The book provides much needed insight into critical topics that become part of the day to day lives of heart attack victims. The author laments about the mental side of first symptoms of actually experiencing a heart attack, emergency room feelings, mental challenges associated with dying, physical and emotional thoughts of waking up in the ICU, first day emotional panic, first night death feelings, prescription drugs, family support, cardio rehab, physical and physiological ups and downs, "Mount Everest moments", and stress prevalent in the first year of recovery. This book should be provided to every heart attack patient families or victim in the hospital, cardiovascular specialists and educators of heart attack health.
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Widow Maker June 1, 2009
H. Judd
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
An easy to read narrative that reveals the perspectives of the patient and his family, as they unravel the emotions inherent with the process and recovery of heart attack survival.
An insightful window into the overwhelming feelings of triumph and frustration, this book provides an informative and educational perspective of how a survivor feels during and after the attack.
I recommend this book to survivors, and family, of any medical condition, to better understand the patient's viewpoint and the power of love and family in healing, reflection and moving forward.
A highly recommended and commendable read.
Widow Maker May 26, 2009
Dennis A. Trowbridge (USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
The book was well written. The medical information, complications, side effects, and feelings related to the heart attack were well explained. From cover to cover, it was hard to put down. The step by step details from beginning through recovery were interesting. The family support and involvement added a warmth. The mention of the horses, the log cabin, Disney and other supporting information also added a special touch. There was humor and sadness. The book was so real that I felt like I was there. Well done. I highly recommend this book. JT
Widow Maker at 48 June 2, 2009
Elizabeth Martin
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Patrick Fox has taken initiative in this writing to tell not only his story but to be an advocate for other heart attack victims and their families. Fox hides nothing about his experience as he shares private situations, personal feelings and emotions, and gives frank advice to caregivers and hospital personnel. The book is written in story form which makes it both interesting to read as well as informative. While reading this book will not stop anyone from having a heart attack it will certainly be a gift to those suffering this crisis as Fox walks with them on their physical, emotional, and spiritual journey to find wholeness.
widow maker heart attack June 8, 2009
A. Hackbarth
A compelling read, very difficult to put down! This book depicts the real-life experience of a heart-attack survivor. The vivid details of experiencing the pain and frustration during the moments of the attack are incredible. Although the details are so real, they are also hopeful as we learn about Patrick's recovery physically and mentally. As you read, you are pulled into the story and feel yourself going along on the journey with Patrick and his family. I feel this book should be a must read for families dealing with a similar situation. Learning ways to understand your loved one's situation must be beneficial to their recovery and the family's peace of mind. I highly recommend this book!
Widow Maker June 13, 2009
Andrea Bell
This is a great book that provides a first-hand account of going through a massive heart attack from the beginning symptoms through recovery. By writing the book in a story format, the author does a wonderful job of sharing his experiences as the heart attack survivor, his family's experiences in response to the heart attack, and important information that could be helpful to others. It is an easy read that is hard to put down.
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