Hospital Visit

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Help Stay Connected

  • Cell phone

  • Tablet

  • Charger for cell phone

  • Charger for tablet

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person in black and white sweater writing on white paper
Keep their mind active

  • Hearing aids

  • Glasses

  • Favorite games or coloring activities

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a woman lying in a bed
Sleep and Routine

  • Eye mask

  • Ear plugs

  • Try to stick to your normal schedule as much as possible

Familiar comforting items

  • Favorite photos of family, pets

  • Favorite blanket or pillow

  • Favorite music to play

Does your person have these items to take to hospital with them? Go through our checklist to help them be prepared.

Help with your person's hospital stay

Managing Delirium in Hospital

It is important to know that delirium can cause some changes in behaviour.

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While your family member, friend or partner is in hospital, you can encourage them to:

  • Keep a normal sleep pattern

  • Stay awake during the day by opening the curtains to let sunlight in.

  • Get out of bed and sit in a chair during the day, if they can.

  • Do daily tasks themselves, like going to the bathroom.

  • Do mental activities, such as Sudoku or crossword puzzles.

  • Eat and drink, and assist them if needed.

  • Wear their glasses, contact lenses, or hearing aids.

  • Have friends visit, if possible.

  • Use a calendar and clock to help them keep track of the date and time.

  • Avoid arguing about things that seem wrong to you – it may feel very real for them.

  • Talk about things happening in the news, or around the room.

You can also support them by:

  • Telling them where they are and why they’re in the hospital.

  • Reminding them that they’re in a safe place, and their care team is there to take care of them.

  • Reading them books or letters.

  • Playing them music they like or calming music.

  • Showing them family photos and bringing them familiar items from home, such as a favourite blanket or book

If you have any concerns about the person you are visiting, don’t hesitate to discuss with the nurse.

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