I noticed you said chapstick which is great...see if you can find one without petroleum. Petroleum and oxygen (should she need oxygen after surgery) don't mix...and so it's really helpful if it doesn't have petroleum in it. If not maybe a lotion that can be used for her lips as well. I work at a hospital and d/t the chance that there will be an emergency I usually don't let my patients used chapstick if it has petroleum in it. Just a thought! Also anything that she can do in spare time...crosswords, reading, etc. is always great since the T.V. stations aren't always great and she may not be sleeping all day. I wish your friend the best of luck!
Thank you notes, stamps, paper back, tape, lotion, lip balm, fingernail file, scarf, gum, peppermints, hand mirror, tissues, fingernail polish, tea bags,snacks,etc. I am a 14 year survivor and appreciated a big basket my mom made for me then.