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Treatment as a public patient in Victorian public hospitals is free to all Australian citizens and most permanent residents of Australia...
During a stay in hospital, your skin may be affected by staying in bed or sitting in one position for too long, your mobility, your hydration and diet, and your physical condition...
It is important to talk with your healthcare professionals about any continence issues that you may experience when you are in hospital, so staff can investigate and help to solve the problem...
Regular assessments are performed by hospital staff during your hospital stay. Assessments help to find the cause of your illness and check your ability to do day-to-day tasks...
Eating well and drinking plenty of water while staying in hospital is important to your health and recovery...
Managing your pain can help your recovery in hospital...
Medications play an important role in your recovery...
Sticking to your normal routine as much as possible and trying to feel comfortable and aware of your surroundings can help your mind and mood while in hospital...
All patients are vulnerable to falls regardless of age, although as you get older, there is a higher risk of falling...
Stay physically and mentally active in hospital as this can help you recover faster and reduce the chance of problems when you go home...