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Surgical Services
Following Surgery

1. Each patient must be accompanied by a responsible adult for discharge home.
2. The following activities will help to speed your recovery process.
   1. Walking – Be sure a nurse helps you the first time you get out of bed
   2. Deep breathing and coughing – This is very important. It expands the lungs, aids circulation and helps prevent pneumonia.
3. Be sure to ask your physician if you will need home care following discharge.

A Guide to Preparing for Surgery
	Learn how to pre-register.
	Learn about preoperative instructions for elective surgery.
	Learn how to prepare for your hospital admission.
	Learn how to prepare for the day of surgery.