Question Posted Wednesday October 28 2009, 4:02 am
13/m
ok my friend is going away next weekend for a operation where shes going to get some tube put down her neck to her stomach (not sure why). and shes scared of having it. and she told me that her boyfriend asked her if she was going to be ok, so i said of course shes gunna be ok Shes Brooke(her name) and she smiled from that. what are some other things i could say to make her feel better and less nervous about going.not to spite her boyfriend or anything like that but we are close so i need to comfort her in some way.
thanks
Peeps answered Friday October 30 2009, 1:08 am: A good suggestion is offering to take her somewhere after she gets back from the operation. Make it sound like lots of fun and how you're looking forward to it if she agrees to go. You could take her out for ice cream, pizza, or even to a movie. Do something to make her feel good and look forward to doing with a good friend (and her boyfriend if he wants to tag along). Looking forward to something good helps to keep people positive in scary situations.
If possible, be by her bedside when she wakes up or comes back from the operation. Let her know that you're there for her and supporting her through these tough times. You can talk about all the good and funny times you two have shared while she rests.
Remind her that she is strong and that she'll get through this just fine. "No big sweat!" as they say.
You may also want to talk to her parents and find out what's going on. Based on what might be wrong you may be able to help even more or understand the situation better. I wouldn't ask while Brooke was in the room, but politely pull her parents aside and explain to them that you're worried about your friend and was curious if they could let you know what was wrong. Sometimes it's really important to understand the situation.
I just know she'll get through the operation and be excited to hang out with you when she's feeling better. If you have any more questions please feel free to ask me directly! :) [ Peeps's advice column | Ask Peeps A Question ]
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