Quick Tip
Understand What Recovery Looks Like
Getting better takes time – expect at least 1 week of recovery for every day you spent in the hospital. Track and celebrate your progress since progress is typically slower than anyone imagines, like marathon training – impossible to see day-to-day.
When doctors recommend tests or procedures, it’s okay to ask: “If we do this test, will it change how we approach the plan of care? Or is it just additional data collection?” This helps distinguish between necessary interventions and optional information gathering.