IV Sedation Instructions
Please take a few minutes to read the information below. This information is important in understanding the sedation process.
Instructions for Patient Prior to Sedation
The instructions herein must be strictly adhered to before commencing with anesthesia. Neglecting any of the following may compel the doctor to cancel the start of treatment:
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- Do not eat solid foods for six (6) hours before your scheduled appointment.
- Drinking clear liquids (water, non-pulpy fruit juices, black coffee, soda) may be taken up to three (3) hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.
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Medications |
- Medications normally taken, should be taken unless otherwise agreed upon by this office, and may be taken only with a sip of water.
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Clothing & Makeup
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- Short sleeves or no sleeves are desirable and it is suggested that pants be worn as well as comfortable flat shoes. Contact lenses must be removed before the anesthetic is administered. Leave all valuables at home.
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Change in Health
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- A change in your health, especially the development of a cold or fever, is very important. For your safety you may be reappointed to another day. If possible, inform the office of any change in health prior to your appointment.
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Arriving
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- A responsible adult must drive you to the office. Arrive early.
OU ARE NOT PERMITTED TO DRIVE ONCE THE MEDICATION IS TAKEN.
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Getting Home
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- The patient must be accompanied by a responsible adult or arrangements must be made to contact a responsible adult or a responsible person at the time of discharge. Do not plan to drive a vehicle or operate potentially dangerous equipment for twenty-four (24) hours after your treatment. Do not take a bus or taxi.
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Instructions for Patient Following Sedation
After returning home, the patient should rest for the first day and be carefully watched. Do not leave the patient unattended for at least six (6) hours after receiving IV sedation.
At Home
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- A responsible adult should be with the patient until the next day.
- After returning home, the patient should rest for the first day and be carefully watched.
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Pain
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- Depending upon the procedure performed, you may experience some pain or discomfort. Take your prescribed medication as directed to minimize or eliminate this problem.
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Drinking & Eating After
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- The first drink should be plain water. Sweet drinks can be taken next (fruit juice or GatorAid). Small drinks should be taken repeatedly. Food may be taken when desired; it should be soft and not hot. No alcoholic beverages for 24 hours.
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Intravenous Site
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- A small percentage of all patients experience post operative tenderness and/or redness in their hand or arm which is a chemical phlebitis associated with intravenous infusion. If this occurs please contact our office. To prevent phlebitis all patients should keep the arm that had the intravenous line elevated and apply warm (100° F) moist heat as much as possible. If phlebitis does occur the patient should take an anti-inflammatory agent.
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Finally, some instruction of importance to all patients:
Seek Advice: 972-596-9400
- If vomiting persists beyond four hours
- If the temperature remains elevated beyond 24 hours
- If any other matter causes concern
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