From coming out of anesthesia in the recovery room to resting at home, recovery from surgery is an extended process. The following information describes what you can expect after your surgery at Surgicenter of Kansas City.
Recovery Immediately After Surgery Recovery at Home
After surgery, you will be transferred to the center’s comfortable recovery room. There, your anesthesiologist, with the assistance of the recovery room nurses, will closely monitor your condition. You may be able to have light nourishment at this time.
It is common for patients to feel a bit lightheaded, dizzy, sore, and slightly nauseated after their procedure. How you will feel will depend on several factors, including the complexity of your surgery, how long you were in the operating room, your pain threshold, and what type of anesthesia you were given. Each person responds differently to surgery and the effects of anesthesia, so it is important to communicate with your nurse and let him or her know if you are experiencing anything that you feel may be unusual.
When your anesthesiologist determines that you are ready to go home, a nurse will give your caregiver written instructions for you to follow at home, as well as any medications prescribed by your surgeon. Once you are dressed and ready to leave, your nurse will let you know if you can walk by yourself or if you will need to use a wheelchair.
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Recovery from surgery is a process that takes time, so plan on getting plenty of rest. It is best if you can make arrangements to have an adult family member or companion help you while you are recovering.
In addition to the instructions given to you when you are discharged, it is especially important to adhere to the following guidelines for at least 24 hours after your surgery:
A nurse will call you the day after your surgery to check on how you are doing. The nurse will be able to help you with any questions or concerns you may have at that time.
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If you have any questions or concerns regarding your recovery or another aspect of your procedure, please contact us.