What happens when an unexpected hospital stay turns your family's world upside down?
A medical emergency can leave families overwhelmed, confused and unsure what questions to ask. But what if a hospital stay could actually be an opportunity to advocate for better care and plan for the future?
In this episode of Desperately Seeking Senior Living, Valerie Lynn sits down with Dr. Monique Nugent, hospital medicine physician and author, to discuss how patients and families can navigate hospitalization with greater confidence.
In this episode, you'll learn:
-Why a hospital stay can be an opportunity to get answers and make important care decisions.
-How to communicate effectively with doctors, nurses, and hospital staff.
-The important role of hospital case managers and social workers.
-What families need to know about hospital discharge planning.
-Why speaking up about an unsafe discharge or unrealistic care expectations matters.
-How to prepare important medical documents and a hospital go bag before an emergency.
And Dr. Monique's surprising number one doable tip! 💗
Navigating a hospital stay doesn't have to leave you feeling desperate.
With the right information and preparation, it can become more doable.
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🎙️ About Desperately Seeking Senior Living Hosted by Valerie Lynn Borgman, Certified Senior Advisor (CSA), Certified Placement and Referral Specialist (CPRS), and Dementia Capable Care Certified professional, this podcast helps families navigate senior living, assisted living, memory care, dementia care, caregiving and aging-related challenges. Helping families go from Desperate to Doable.
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