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Preparing a Child for Surgery

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Preparing the Infant for Surgery

Preparing the Toddler for Surgery

Preparing the Preschooler for Surgery

Preparing the School-Aged Child for Surgery

Preparing the Teenager for Surgery

Preparing Siblings for Surgery

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Understanding Informed Consent

You will be asked to sign an informed consent form. It states in detail that you understand the risks and benefits of your child's surgery.

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Preoperative Visit with Your Child's Surgeon

This is the time to ask questions: What are the expected results? What are the possible risks and complications? How long will the surgery take?

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The Day of Surgery

Read on for helpful information about what to expect before and after your child's surgery.

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Pain Control After Your Child's Surgery

If your child has moderate to severe pain, they may receive narcotics during and after surgery. If your child is in the ICU after surgery, they may receive sedatives along with pain medicines.

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