Hospital
Well no one wants to think about being a patient in the hospital but as a person living with a disability it is a GREAT year when your NOT a patient during that year!
There are many reasons that a person may need to be in the hospital, some are:
Flu
Skin break down
Rehydration
Operation (s)
Change in medications
Side effects of medications
Closer monitoring by health care staff
Health issues related to their disability
If you need to be a patient in the hospital here are a few tips.
Remember to have a little "just in case" toiletry bag ready. This is very helpful if you are not the one that is gathering up what needs to be taken to the hospital.
Medical Power of Attorney papers...if you have not done this you need to do it so that your wishes will be carried out in the manner that you want them to be.
List of people and phone contact numbers.
A favorite pair of PJ's...NO ONE wants their butt sticking out of those awful hospital gowns. We all know that at times you will have no other choice but if you can chose I say go with what makes you feel good.
If you have a service dog then you will need to have plans in place for their care if you are unable to do so. This also goes for having your mail brought in, etc. These are things that need to be taken care of BEFORE you need them. You may need to make an extra set of keys so your mail can be gotten, a house key in case you need something brought to you from your home.
OK enough of this. Be prepared for the worst and pray for the best!
THIS IS NOT MEDICAL ADVICE. SPEAK TO YOUR DOCTOR FOR MORE INFORMATION.
