My 90 yo mom with moderate dementia needs a pacemaker (her heart rate is down to 30, and although her heart has a good rhythm, it occasionally stops for up to 11 seconds!). I have prevented at least 13 falls (yes, I count them!) but it’s only a matter of time, so she really does need this. She is aware of this and was able to participate in the decision, so I’m OK with doing this. Anyway, she will have to be in overnight and I want to minimize the trauma for her. So far I’ve packed her pull ups, hand and face wipes, disposable toothbrushes (she uses these everyday), a music player with headphones, chargers for all my stuff (I’ll stay with her). Of course all her paperwork (insurance cards, photo ID, med list (and meds just in case), current labs, contact lists, copy of POA and advance directive. Am I missing anything? Thanks in advance.
A neck pillow - those hospital pillows are not the nicest.
They'll probably want her up walking before she leaves, so some nice slippers with grippy soles.