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Plain English definition

of

Hospital passport

from

Think Local Act Personal (TLAP) Jargon Buster

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A way of helping someone with communication difficulties or learning disabilities communicate what they need when they are in hospital. It is a document that provides information for hospital staff about the person, including their likes and dislikes, interests, and other things. Many hospitals have their own version for you to fill in if you have a hospital stay coming up.

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