My husband, who has had a heart attack, 2 strokes and dementia, has a sudden change in his gait. Does this warrant a trip to the ER?

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My husband, who has had a heart attack, 2 strokes and dementia, has a sudden change in his gait. Does this warrant a trip to the ER?

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Does your insurance company offer a nurse line? I would call that, and /or his doctor to ask if you should proceed to the ER.

Think about if you are willing to put husband with dementia through an extensive workup or hospital stay.

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