be an advocate

Your child or loved one may not be able to speak up for their care. As a parent or guardian, you are your loved one’s healthcare advocate. You can stand in for them — and stand up for their care.

As a healthcare advocate, you can:
 

•  ask questions and write down information
•  double check medicines and treatments
•  watch for pain or signs your child’s condition is getting worse and ask for help
• start planning for discharge early