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Prior to your scheduled operation, your Sparrow anesthesiologist or anesthetist will visit with you to discuss your medication, surgical, anesthetic, and medication history. They may even order some lab tests, if indicated. If you have any questions or concerns in regard to anesthesia, you may make an appointment at the time of your telephone interview.
It is extremely important that you honestly and completely answer all the questions (click here for a list of questions). The answers you give help your anesthesia care team choose the safest anesthetics for you.
You will be asked not to eat or drink anything for a specific period of time before surgery. There is a very good reason for this. If your stomach is full, there is a chance that the contents could be vomited up or aspirated into your lungs while you are under anesthesia. The need to follow these instructions exactly is very important. You will also be told whether or not you should take any of your regular medications before surgery.
Prior to your scheduled time of surgery, you will be taken to the surgical holding area. An intravenous (IV) line will be used throughout the surgery to supply you with the medication and replace fluids. Once you are in the operating room, monitoring equipment for your blood pressure, pulse, and other vital signs will also be attached.
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