Common procedures Questions for you to ask Information provided is for educational use, it is not intended to provide medical advice. It does not replace the need to discuss appropriate patient care with a health care provider.
Introduction Going to the hospital can be scary.
But it will be less scary if you know why you are going and what is likely to happen when you get there. Remember that you are not alone. Lots of people go to the hospital everyday to get help. Preparing for going to the hospital Ask questions As soon as you know you are going to the hospital, find out as much as you can about it and what will happen while you're there. You will probably find it easier to remember them if you write them down.