Preparing for your treatment

• Eat a light breakfast or lunch before your treatment.

• Take all prescription medications as usual, unless instructed otherwise.

• Remember to take any prescribed pre-treatment medications such as steroids or
   anti-nausea drugs.

• Treatment times will vary with different chemotherapies. Your nurse will tell you how
   long your treatment should take.

• Your nurse will discuss with you your planned chemotherapy and provide a folder of
   information on specific chemotherapy drugs, possible side effects and how to
   manage side effects. 

• Have someone drive you to your first treatment, as some of the medications given
   with chemotherapy can make you drowsy.  

• You are welcome to have 1 adult visitor sit with you while receiving your treatment.

• Write down and bring with you any questions or concerns.

• Nursing staff will be available throughout your treatment to answer any questions or
   address any concerns you or your family may have.

• For your comfort the following items will be available:
  - Snacks, Soft Drinks and Juices
  - Books for reading, puzzle books and educational material
  - WiFi Access
  - Oxygen
  - Blankets
  - Pillows