Book excerpt: If you are caring for a loved one in the hospital, or know someone that is dealing with a complex medical situation, this guided journal will be very helpful. Reviewed and endorsed by physicians, the journal uses a practical approach to assess and plan for a hospital stay. Learn how to improve your hospital experience with this easy-to-use approach. Internationally renowned project manager, Marjorie Sladek, shares her insightful use of management techniques while caring for a family member requiring ongoing medical treatment. Co-author and clinical psychologist, Dr. Jill Ruffman, adds a positive and compassionate spin which assists patients in seeking and documenting information needed to make the best out of the hospital stay. Together, Sladek and Ruffman employ their unique combination of expertise to create this indispensable step-by-step guide which enables you to record and remember the vital information needed for your loved one¿s hospital experience.