ACTIVITY #1: PRE-SURGERY

A current smoker is advised to quit smoking tobacco products at least __________ month prior to surgery.

If you have heart disease, diabetes, or any other diseases, you will be expected to obtain ___________ prior to surgery.

Medical clearance must be in _________ and sent to your surgeon's office.

Perform the required pre-op testing within __________ of your surgery date.

You are expected to arrive at the surgery center __________ prior to your scheduled surgery.

You will not be able to drive yourself home on the day of surgery. You should arrange to have someone ___________.

You will be required to fast the night before surgery. You should NOT ______ or _______ at midnight the night before.

Pack lightly for your hospital stay. Please Do Not bring any ____________ to the hospital.

It is essential that you bring your ______, CT scans, X-rays, of your surgery if you have not given them to your surgeon already.

If you have brought a copy of your advance directives or living will, please provide pre-op _______ with a copy.