You will be transferred to the recovery area immediately after your surgery
or procedure. There a nurse will provide your care until you are ready
to be discharged home. The staff of Campbell Surgery Center wants to ensure
that your comfort needs are assessed, treated and evaluated during your
surgical experience.
Your home care discharge instructions will be discussed with you and your
caregiver and a copy of written instructions given to you.
After surgery, while at home.
The nice thing about outpatient surgery is…you get to go home!
But remember, you must arrange in advance for a responsible adult to drive
you home and stay with you for the first 24 hours after surgery. You cannot
drive or be left alone.
Even though you're not in a hospital, it's important for you to follow doctor's
orders regarding diet, rest and medication. Unless given other instructions,
you should start your diet with liquids. The next day, you should be on your
normal diet.
It's not unusual to feel drowsy or a little dizzy for several hours after
your operation. It's a good idea not to sign any important papers or make any
significant decisions until these feelings have worn off. |
