(ThyBlackMan.com) Surgery is stressful and very scary to anyone going through it. It is in fact so stressful that the average person cannot concentrate on the things that are important to make sure that things go monthly. This is why you need a great surgeon like Michael Giuffrida and why it is always good to have a list of things to focus on that can safely get you through surgery. Here is a list that is helpful.
Talk to Your Surgeon the Night Before
You should have a long detailed conversation with your surgeon about what will happen during your procedure. This is designed to prepare you and to put your mind at ease on the day of your surgery. Remember, your surgical team likely has decades of experience in the type of operation you are having and will be prepared for every eventuality. Make sure that you have a complete list of questions and are not afraid to ask any of them.
Things to Remember the Night Before Surgery
Preparing Yourself: You should remove any piercings and leave any makeup at home so you are not tempted to put any on. It can make a surgery messy so leave it off. Your surgeon may also have some special requests that will make things go smoothly for your surgery.
Things to Do: You should double check everything from the bag you are bringing to the hospital to the person who will give you the ride to the hospital to the emergency numbers you will provide the hospital. The goal is to not give yourself anything important to think about the day of.
What You Should Leave at Home
* Never bring an expensive jewelry or other valuables including large sums of money with you to the hospital. You will be unconscious and out of your room often and things can go missing in a hospital. Small things like jewelry are easy to be lost or stolen.
* Do not bring any electronic equipment with you to the hospital because these items can also go missing or mistaken for hospital equipment. Instead opt for a room with entertainment and there will be a television in your room. Also keep track of your mobile phone and never let it leave your side.
* Since hospitals rooms are limited in size never bring a large suitcase with you to the hospital. You should pack light and if your stay is extended have someone bring you additional clothes and other items to the hospital.
What Should You Plan Beforehand
* Have someone you trust and who I trustworthy take you to and from the hospital. You may feel alright to drive but you will be stressed and you do not need to be behind the wheel of a car at this time. When you are going home you may not feel well and you will certainly be under medication so you should not drive. Make sure the person you select will be there to take you to and from the hospital.
* Wear clothes that allow for any bandages you will have to fit comfortable when you are in and leave the hospital. You should avoid and tight fitting clothing and any uncomfortable shoes as well.
Staff Writer; George Brown