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Be Involved in Your Surgery
Be Involved in Your SurgeryIt’s normal to feel worried or even a little scared about having surgery. Know that your healthcare providers willdo all they can to take good care of you.There’s lots you can do, too, to help keep yourself safe. Follow this checklist for tips on what to do before andafter surgery.Do: Speak up. Talk with your healthcare provider about any questions or concerns you have. Do: Tell yourprovider about all the medicines you take. This includes prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, herbs, andsupplements.Do: Read the informed consent form and ask questions before signing it if something is unclear. Do: Knowwhen to call your healthcare provider after your surgery, such as when you may have an infection.Do Not: Eat or drink anything before your surgery, as directed. Do Not: Forget to take your medicines asdirected after your surgery. Do Not: Get your bandage or surgery site wet for as long as your provider says. DoNot: Forget to go to your follow-up visit.You have an important role in your surgery. Follow this checklist to work with your healthcare providers tomake sure everything goes well.This program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.© The Wellness Network
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