How about a small package of Wet Wipes or something similar...and yes to the lip balm. The other suggestions were good...candies okay if the patient is not diabetic, breath mints or breath spray, a picture of loved ones.
Edited to add: write small notes of comfort in the magazines or books...nothing too personal unless they're on sticky notes that can be removed.
Last edited by coopah; 11-28-2014 at 06:18 AM.