Driving Restrictions.
Limitations on operating a motor vehicle following cardiac surgery, typically lasting four to eight weeks after sternotomy. Restrictions exist because of sternal precautions, potential medication side effects, and reaction time concerns.
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What is driving restrictions?
Limitations on operating a motor vehicle following cardiac surgery, typically lasting four to eight weeks after sternotomy. Restrictions exist because of sternal precautions, potential medication side effects, and reaction time concerns.
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