It helps to be well prepared when you are going into hospital. This includes knowing what to take, finding someone to look after your home, work and family life, and making arrangements for your return home.
Preparing for your hospital stay
There are a number of things to think about when you are planning for a stay in hospital.
Staying healthy
Before you go into hospital, try and stay as healthy as you can. Eat healthy foods, drink less alcohol, limit smoking and get lots of rest.
If you become sick in the days before you go into hospital, phone the hospital and tell them.
For your safety, your hospital stay may need to be changed to another date, when you are feeling better.
Taking time off work
As soon as you can, let your employer know that will need time away from work. They may need to find someone to help do your job while you are in hospital and …