The Craziest Secrets You Should Know About Hospitals

Just Because It’s There.. Doesn’t Mean You Should Eat It

Don’t assume the food is what you should be eating. There’s no communication between dietary and pharmacy, and that can be a problem when you’re on certain meds. I’ve had patients on drugs for hypertension or heart failure (which raises potassium levels), and the hospital is delivering (potassium-rich) bananas and orange juice. Then their potassium goes sky high, and I have to stop the meds. Ask your doctor whether there are foods you should avoid.

Request If You Can Have Your Pet Visit You

If you love animals and miss yours, inquire if the hospital has a program for service pets to come and visit.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.