Staying in hospital

Easy read information about what to bring if you are staying in hospital.

Patient stays in a bed in hospital while nursing staff speak to them.

Staying on a ward overnight

If you have to stay in hospital overnight you will usually stay on a ward.

When you stay on a ward for one or more nights you are called an inpatient.

An overnight bag for staying in hospital

Inpatients should bring

Packing the things you will need to bring into hospital:

  • Pajamas or nightie
  • Dressing gown
  • Slippers
  • Underwear

A bag with:

  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Soap
  • Towel
  • Shower gel
  • Shampoo
  • Deodorant
  • Magazines or books
  • A small amount of money for the shop
  • Phone charger
Patient uses the hospedia system to watch TV, make calls and listen to the radio

Hospedia

You will need money to buy a card to be able to watch the television or use the phone.

The radio is free.

You may have to stay in hospital overnight or for a few days.

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