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How will I be monitored?
units about the patient, should this be appropriate be involved in discharge planning from a therapy point of view
You will be asked to undress to the waist and will be offered a hospital gown that should be left open to the front (like a coat).
The operation will be discussed with you. Some routine blood test will also be taken.
to be removed.
A sick note of up to a week can be given if needed. An appointment will be sent to you if a follow up is needed.
How will the cannula be inserted?
When will the medication be delivered?
You will be shown how to do this.
When you arrive in the Radiology Department, you may be asked to change into a hospital gown. You will then be taken into a procedure room.
The toilet will be easily accessible, or a commode can be put next to your bed if you prefer.
The length of time you will be in the department will vary but may be anything from 2 to 4 hours.
Typically, this will be for a few days after the surgery and should be performed for 50 minutes in each hour to allow for comfort breaks.
If unavoidable, samples can be stored refrigerated overnight.
Intrinsic Factor Antibody results will be reported as positive or negative.
You will be taken to a room to recover. You will be advised about any pain relief that may be required for the first 48 hours when you go home.
Managing pain Burns can be very painful and regular pain relief should be given. Paracetamol and ibuprofen can be effective.
bloodspots can also be used.
Some of these may be provided by your CNS or alternatively can be accessed via the CCLG website (www.cclg.org.uk).