Tips to make your stay go smoothly
People who are actively involved in decisions about their care do best. Feel free to ask
questions of your doctors or nurses and make suggestions.
To help with this, we’ve included a checklist where you can identify and write down any issues you want to discuss with the medical team (What do you want to talk about during ward rounds?).
Most procedures you might undergo take place during the day. Although we try to give advance notice as to when a procedure might happen, sometimes this is not possible, because appointment slots become available unexpectedly. If you know you are having a procedure done, being ready to go in advance will make sure you do not face an unnecessary delay.
Be sure to mobilise regularly and keep active, especially if you are having an extended stay. This will speed recovery, prevent blood clots, and reduce joint stiffness. If you would like more information about how to stay active on the ward, you can speak to the ward physiotherapist.
