Now I have only been in the PACU for 3 months. But I have noticed people seem to be incredibly under prepared. Which I don't understand because their surgery is planned! So I will be giving you guys the heads up in case you or a loved one is having surgery soon. Hopefully, you will find the humor in it. Disclaimer: some of this info may be gross.
1. Do not eat anything or your surgery will be cancelled.
2. I would not wear jeans. Especially jeans with a belt. You will not want to wear jeans after surgery. You will be begging to wear sweatpants, gym shorts heck even pajama bottoms. Jeans and a belt don't mesh well with abdominal incisions.
3. I would wear underwear. Not the sexy v-string from Victoria's but some nice cotton hiphuggers. Especially after a gyn or urology case. Kind of hard to put a pad in a v-string. This goes for the guys too who show up with no undies of any sort. They ooze stuff too.
4. Bra. I think everyone needs one. But then again I have been pregnant for 2 years so I don't remember what it is like to go sans bra. However, after biopsies, node removals, lumpectomies, etc. the patient needs a bra. A comfy one! too like a sports bra or bralette. Now is not the time to increase your cup size times 2.
5. Shower please. And a little maintenance with a razor would be nice! Men and women.
6. I don't think your ENTIRE family needs to show up to say goodbye to your gallbladder but maybe that's just me.
7. Don't take drugs before surgery. And if you do, fess up. Cocaine and anesthesia can kill you.
8. When the nurse asks "Is there a chance you could be pregnant?" Think hard. If you are having unprotected sex that means you!
9. Do not wear jewelry. Earrings, rings, bracelets, body jewelry, etc. Please take out your piercings, yes even the naughty ones.
On a serious note, surgery is not fun. The nurses will try and make you feel as comfortable as possible. If you have questions, ask!
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