This hospitalization, however, will be easier to cope with if the patient, the family and the mother members of the health care team can work together and understand each other. Take each day as it comes. Your loved one's physical and emotional condition may change daily, sometimes even hourly. There will be occasions for happiness, laughter and relief from tension. These will help counteract the times of greater concern for the patient's welfare.
Some days fly by while others seem to go very slowly.
Boredom in hospitals is easily bred. It is nice if you and your loved one can plan special activities together - it will give him something to think about. There are many things that can be done while in bed. Painting, puzzles, card games and writing stories are a few examples. The patient can then play video games or watch movies whenever he wants.