Prepare For Surgery - One Week Before
Tummy Tuck Patient Surgery Preparations

 

 

Preparing for Tummy Tuck Plastic Surgery
GOOD SURGERY PREPARATIONS MEAN FASTER RECOVERY		  

 

Preparing for Tummy Tuck Plastic Surgery

Preparing for Tummy Tuck Plastic Surgery is crucial and can make the difference between a positive experience and a negative one. The following Preparation for Surgery Checklist is needed to make sure that nothing is forgotten and bring you peace of mind.

Before I had my Tummy Tuck operation I was worried that I might have forgotten to do something before my operation. I scanned the internet compiling everything that I thought appropriate and made the following Pre-Surgery Checklist. By making it as comprehensive as possible, it gave me peace of mind that I had fully prepared for my surgery. I have included it below for other to benefit.

 

Prepare for Surgery


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Pre-Surgery Checklists are often given to the patient by the surgeon and provide advice and a list of things to do in order to get ready for the surgery. It is very important for the patient to follow the instructions carefully. The directions given by a plastic surgeon are for your own good, and they will help you have a better recovery, both physically and emotionally.

You may wish to consider combining the following list with that provided by your plastic surgeon, then reviewing with him for his approval. Some of the items listed may not be appropriate for your particular operation. Always follow the surgeons advice.

 

Checklists for Tummy Tuck Surgery

The following checklist that will help you prepare for your day of surgery.

Prepare your important legal papers including your Will, Emergency contact information, Emergency Instructions, Power of Attorney papers and Living Will.

 

Surgery Preparation: One Week Before Surgery

  1. A heating pad, hot water bottle or microwavable hot pack is great for a sore back from sleeping elevated for so long.

  2. Arrange for someone to stay with you for at least the first 24 hours following surgery.

  3. Ask your doctor about Arnica Montana (a homeopathic medicine for bruising & muscle soreness) and Bromelain (helps relieve physical stress).

  4. Ask your doctor if he thinks you may need valium to help you sleep and ease tense muscles.

  5. Bath with special antibacterial soap the week before surgery (ask you surgeon).

  6. Check your temperature and blood pressure regularly at home during recovery.

  7. Consider pre-operative blood donation.

  8. Contact your Primary Care Physician’s office to inform them of your upcoming surgery.

  9. Digital camera with spare batteries to document your recovery as well as providing before and after pictures.

  10. DO NOT EAT OR DRINK anything after midnight the night before surgery per your doctors instructions.

  11. Do your laundry and clean your house.

  12. If needed, equip your bathroom with a safety grip bar or some type of support to grab onto for the tub, toilet or shower.

  13. Fill your prescriptions given to you by your doctor.

  14. Make arrangements for kids and pets to be cared for when you come home after surgery.

  15. Make arrangements to have someone drive you to and from surgery.

  16. No food, water, hard candy, chewing gum or tobacco after the specified time.

  17. Notify your physician of any changes in your health such as a cold, fever, flu or other illnesses.

  18. Obtain a copy of your surgeons pre-operation instructions.

  19. Prepare a medication time and record chart.

  20. Prepare a surgical drain time and record chart.

  21. Prepare you meals in advance.

  22. Stock the freezer with ice (to reduce swelling if needed).

  23. Stock up on food. Load your refrigerator and freezer with prepared foods that are easy to heat and serve.

  24. Stock up on nutritional food such as protein bars, protein shakes, soup, pudding, applesauce, yogurt, oatmeal, cottage cheese, juices, ginger ale and more.

  25. Stop all herbal medications and weight loss medications per your doctors orders.

  26. Stop smoking and stop medications per your doctors orders.

  27. The week before surgery (or as directed by your doctor) wash and bath with antibacterial soap.

 

 

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