rgery as safe and effective as possible . reparing for surgery . Follow these
• Do not bring any valuables to the hospital .
• You will need to have a responsible adult to drive you home and stay with you for the first 24 hours after surgery .
• If you are to stay overnight at the hospital , please leave personal items in the car . Your family can bring them to you once you are in your room .
• Females ages 12 to 60 will be asked to provide a urine sample when admitted the day of surgery .
• Be sure to bring :
- Your driver ’ s license or photo ID , insurance card , and co-payment .
- A copy of your Living Will and / or Healthcare Power of Attorney if you have made them .
- Any medical equipment that you use daily such as walker , cane , or CPAP .
- Your glasses , hearing aids , or special aids . You will need these before surgery but will give them to your family for safekeeping before you go to the operating room .
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