Are You Ready To Go

Be Sure You Know

• Your Medications
  • The name and purpose of each medication that you take
  • How many or how much to take of each medication
  • What time(s) of the day to take each medication
  • What symptoms and side effects to expect from each medication
• Your Care Routine at Home
  • How to continue caring for yourself after you leave the hospital
  • What medical equipment you may need (wheelchair, oxygen tank, etc.)
  • If you need someone to help fulfill your care instructions (home health, etc.)
  • Who to call should you have questions or concerns about your care
• Your Diet and Activities
  • What physical activities to avoid until further notice
  • What changes to make in your diet (foods to avoid or increase intake of, etc.)
• Your Follow-Up Appointments
  • When to see your doctor for follow-up appointment
  • Where to go for the follow-up appointment