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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...
All patients are vulnerable to falls regardless of age, although as you get older, there is a higher risk of falling...
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...
Managing your pain can help your recovery in hospital...
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...
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...
Eating well and drinking plenty of water while staying in hospital is important to your health and recovery...
Medications play an important role in your recovery...
You have rights when seeking medical care, including a right to comment on your care, and to have your concerns addressed...
If you cough or choke when you are eating, or find that food or medication ‘sticks’ in your mouth or throat, you may have a swallowing problem...