Choose a Support Person

A trusted friend or family member can be a big help during your hospital stay. Select one key person to be your health care advocate. If you become stressed or your ability to communicate changes, this person can stand in for you—and stand up for your care.

A support person can:

• ask questions you might not think of and write down information
• double-check your medicines and treatments
• watch for signs your condition is getting worse and ask for help
  

Don't Forget
Tell the staff who you’ve picked to be your support person.