Resources to help navigate life in the hospital
ABCs of the ICU
When in the hospital, we encourage you to be as involved as you can, including participating in rounds. It can be hard to keep up with the conversation if you are not familiar with the language. This section provides simple definitions of basic language and acronyms you may hear in the ICU to help you feel more prepared and comfortable to join in the conversation.
Connection and Engagement in the Hospital
Hospitals can be bleak, boring, and just overall draining. They are not easy places for families to be families. Click above for ideas to make the hospital room feel as homey as possible as well as ideas and resources for how to stay connected to your child and keep them entertained during inpatient stays.
Emergency Information Sheet
In emergency situations, you may be more likely to forget small details. This document allows you to keep important information in one place. You can hand this document directly to EMS personnel or the ER nurse upon being admitted. Update it frequently to keep it up to date, especially when medications change.
Who’s Who in the Hospital
A guide to understanding who people are in the hospital, what their jobs are, and how they can support you
