1. How long should my child fast before surgery?
2. What should I do if my child develops a cold before surgery?
3. Will I am able to stay with my child while he or she falls asleep?
4. Where will my child go after surgery is finished?
5. When will I be able to see my child after surgery is finished?
6. What options does my child have for pain control after surgery?
7. Who do I contact if I have any questions before my child has surgery?
8. What should my child bring to the hospital?
9. Are my child's brothers and sisters allowed to visit?
10. Is my family allowed to tour the hospital before surgery?
How long should my child fast before surgery?
This depends on your child's age, the surgery, and your child's underlying
medical condition. Sometimes, children are allowed to drink clear liquids until
4 hours before surgery. At other times, children must refrain from liquids and
solids after midnight before their surgery. This information should be discussed
with you in detail during your PREPARE Program visit.
What should I do if my child develops a cold before surgery?
You should notify your child's surgeon and the PREPARE anesthesia office to
determine what should be done. In some instances, surgery should be delayed
until the cold has resolved. At other times, it is not necessary to postpone
surgery.
Will I be able to stay with my child while he or she falls asleep?
Under some circumstances, parents may be present while their child is falling
asleep. You should discuss this with your anesthesiologist before surgery.
Where will my child go after surgery is finished?
Your child will usually be taken to the Pediatric Recovery Room. After some
types of surgery, children are taken directly to the Pediatric Intensive Care
Unit.
When will I be able to see my child after surgery is finished?
You may join your child in the Pediatric Recovery Room once he or she has been
assessed by the Recovery Room nurse. This takes at least 10-15 minutes.
What options does my child have for pain control after surgery?
This depends on the type of surgery your child will have, as well as any
underlying medical conditions. Pain control methods include intravenous pain
medications, epidural blocks, caudal blocks, and other nerve blocks.
Postoperative pain management should be discussed with your anesthesiologist
before surgery to determine the most appropriate method for your child.
Who do I contact if I have any questions before my child has surgery?
You may call your child's surgeon for any questions, or you may call the DEP.
TEL4834826.
What should my child bring to the hospital?
The hospital will provide pajamas. You may bring your child's own clothes,
slippers, and a robe. We especially recommend bringing your child's favorite toy
or security object.
Are my child's
brothers and sisters allowed to visit?
Yes! Brothers and sisters are encouraged to visit( Monday and Friday ). However,
siblings under the age of twelve must be screened by a nurse to make sure they
have no contagious infections. Just ask your child's nurse to set up a visiting
time.
Is my family allowed to tour the hospital before surgery?
Yes! Child Life Services offers tours of the hospital including the Children's Surgery
Center and the Pediatric Unit. You may schedule your child for the pre-admission
program
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