What type of anesthesia will be used? Will my child be asleep during surgery?
While my child is awake will they receive medication through a breathing mask, an IV or both?
Will I be able to escort my child to the operating room? Will both parents be able to be present?
Do you have any suggestions regarding preparing my child for surgery?
Will my child be given sedation prior to surgery?
Are there any shots my child will be given before surgery?
Where will my child wake from surgery? Can I be present?
What kind, if any, pain will my child have after surgery?
Can my child eat or drink before surgery? Will my child be able to eat or drink after surgery?
Will my child be able to have overnight visitors after surgery?
Is a tour of the facility available, including the operating room?
Will my child have IVs, devices or a breathing tube after surgery?
What kind of recovery can my child expect to have?
Will my child be in the hospital after surgery? For how long?
How quickly will my child be discharged after outpatient surgery?
