Preparation for your weight loss surgery - 4
8 Things you need to prepare in the night before your procedure
1. Pack your bag with any personal items you might need.
2. Remove credit cards and other valuable items from your wallet or purse.
3. Leave all jewelry at home.
4. Bring a container to hold your eyeglasses or contact lenses.
5. Bring comfortable clothes to wear after the procedure.
6. Bring these documents if you have them :
Insurance card and medical power of attorney, advance directive or living will.
A medical power of attorney gives someone you trust the legal authority to act on your behalf regarding health care decisions if you ever become incapacitated or unable to communicate. An advance directive lets you provide guidance for medical decisions, such as the termination of life support, in case you become incompetent to make such decisions. A living will is a type of advance directive in which you request to be allowed to die rather than be kept alive by artificial means beyond a reasonable expectation of recovery.
7. Bring all educational materials that your surgeon and nutritionist gave you.
This often contains information and instructions about postoperative care.
8. Follow your bariatric surgeon's instructions regarding avoidance of eating and drinking before surgery.
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5. The Day of Your Procedure
1. Your Consultation
2. Medications
3. In the Weeks and Days Before Your Procedure
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