Hospital Check List
Going into hospital for an
operation can be a very daunting experience. Fear and worry can make us forget
the most simple but necessary things and I personally would have been grateful
for a last minute check list of items I may have needed for my stay.
For this reason I have devised
this easy tick chart in order to assist anybody who may have to stay overnight
in hospital.
Things to remember
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Make a note of any last minute questions you may have
regarding your stay or your surgery
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Mobile phone, charger or money for a pay phone (your
lifeline to the outside world)
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Money for drinks and food from the ward trolley
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Money for TV cards or phone top ups (if available )
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Nightwear: something with easy access for IV drips and
that is comfortable to sleep and rest in
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Slippers (hospital floors can be cold and dirty)
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Underwear (for dignity)
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A dressing gown (for the middle of the night toilet
trips)
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Bathing essentials (towels and flannels)
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Shower gel, shampoo and conditioner (if required)
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Hair brush or comb (if required)
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Hair ties if you have long hair (these can be useful
when you are unable to wash your hair)
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Toothbrush, toothpaste and mouthwash
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Tissues, baby wipes and facial wipes (for a quick
freshen up when you are unable to get out of bed)
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Flip flops (they are non-slip and they keep your feet
free from other peoples germs)
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Antibacterial wipes to clean your own table tops,
cupboards and toilet seat (vital with NHS cleaners or should I say lack of
them)
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Bottle of water to drink
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IPod, games console and chargers, crosswords,
magazines, papers, books, pen (these help to relieve boredom, help to divert
your attention from any pain and can aid sleep)
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Reading glasses (if required)
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Any medication you take regularly (e.g inhalers, antihistamines as these will
not be provided during your hospital stay)
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Spare clothing, jacket or jumpers in case you venture
outside the ward
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Last but not least a pillow, teddy, blanket, lucky
charm or anything that may bring you comfort whilst being away from home
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You can now continue the chat and speak with other patients on my new closed Facebook group:
Looking forward to connecting with you soon!
Lots of love always,
Steffie
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