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1 Patient Education About Your Surgery Experience Getting ready for your surgery at University of Washington Medical Center

2 Helpful Contacts You may find these telephone numbers helpful. If you're in the medical center, dial only the last five digits of numbers with a 598 prefix. Admitting Bills Financial counseling Doctor fees (UW Physicians) UWMC billing Campus Parking Information Emergency Medicine Service (ER) Hospital Administration Interpreter Services 24 hours, Mon-Sun Hospital Administration Lost and Found Medical Director Pavilion Surgery Center 5:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Mon-Fri :30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Mon-Fri Social Work Department Social Work Housing Services 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Mon-Fri TTY UWMC Parking Information Web site...

3 Patient Education About Your Surgery Experience Getting ready for your surgery at University of Washington Medical Center This booklet and your visit to the Pre-Anesthesia Clinic will help you get ready for surgery and understand what will happen and why. Your visit provides us with important information about your health, allowing us to safely care for you. We are committed to working with you for a comfortable stay and quick recovery.

4 Page 2 Name Date of surgery Time to arrive (You will be called between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. by the the afternoon before your surgery.) Surgeon Clinic nurse Patient care coordinator Telephone number NOTE University of Washington Medical Center has interpreters to assist you before and after surgery. Please tell the patient care coordinator or nurse if you would like an interpreter, or call Interpreter Services at the number on the last page of this booklet, so that we can assure one is provided for you.

5 Page 3 Your Visit We need information about your health before your surgery. You will be asked to complete a health survey. At your pre-anesthesia appointment, your health survey and your medical history will be reviewed. If necessary, blood tests, an electro-cardiogram (EKG), and a chest X-ray will be done. Other tests may also be needed because of your particular surgery. Before your visit in the, you will meet with your surgeon in a UWMC specialty clinic. When you meet with your surgeon, he or she will discuss your medical history, complete a physical exam, talk with you about the surgery, and have you sign a consent form. You may also meet your patient care coordinator at the specialty clinic visit. He or she may suggest special procedures before your surgery, such as a blood donation from yourself. When you come to the, be sure to bring two things with you: 1. A list of all the medicines you take and the doses. 2. The results of tests you have had at any other hospital or clinic, particularly heart or lung diagnostic testing, such as an EKG, stress test, echocardiogram, pulmonary function tests, etc. This information is important so your doctors know about everything that may affect your care and recovery. Some medicines you are taking may not mix with ones you will be given in the hospital. The visit is a good time for you to ask questions about the day of surgery. When you come to the Pre- Anesthesia Clinic, be sure to bring two things with you: 1. A list of all the medicines you take and the doses. 2. The results of tests you have had at any other hospital or clinic. Medicines Before Surgery It is very important to talk with the Pre-Anesthesia Clinic staff about the medicines you are taking. You may not be able to take some of them for a day or more before your surgery, such as:

6 Page 4 If you are diabetic and take insulin or an oral diabetic medication, be sure to receive instructions from the Pre- Anesthesia Clinic about your dose of these medications the day before and morning of your surgery. Oral diabetic medicines, insulin. Coumadin. Aspirin, other over-the-counter medications. Certain diet medicines. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), such as ibuprofen. Herbal preparations/supplements. A nurse will tell you which of your medicines you can take the morning of surgery. Anesthesia Nurses in the are specially trained to evaluate your anesthetic needs. Please ask questions and talk about any concerns you may have. Your anesthesia team will meet with you the day of your surgery and discuss the best care option for you. The team will be with you in the operating room to manage your comfort, breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, and any medical issues that might arise. The three main types of anesthesia that may be discussed are: General you are unconscious and have no awareness of the surgery. Regional a numbing medicine injected into a cluster of nerves, so you do not have sensation in a large area of your body. You may also be given medicine to relax you or help you sleep. Local a numbing medicine injected into the skin and tissues near the area for surgery. This numbs only the area for surgery, similar to the local anesthetic given for dental work. You may also be given medicine to relax you or help you sleep. More information about anesthesia is available. Please tell your nurse if you would like to discuss special concerns with an anesthesiologist during your visit.

7 Page 5 Your Surgical Experience This flow chart shows some of the steps you will go through before, during and after surgery.

8 Page 6 Remember: No cellular phones in certain patient care areas. Unless told otherwise, do not eat or drink anything after midnight the night before your surgery or in the morning, not even water, candy or gum. All jewelry must be removed. This includes wedding bands and body piercings of all types. Day Before and Morning of Surgery A nurse from the will call you the afternoon before your surgery day to give you your arrival time and review your pre-operative instructions. If your surgery is on Monday, this call will be on the Friday afternoon before. If you are not called by 4 p.m., call the Pre- Anesthesia Clinic at the number on the last page of this booklet. Please make sure the has the telephone number where you can receive calls the day before surgery. Unless you have specific instructions from your doctor, eat normally and take your usual medicines the day and evening before surgery. Do not eat or drink anything after midnight the night before your surgery or in the morning not even water, candy or gum unless told otherwise. This is very important during surgery, to reduce the chance of vomiting and inhaling stomach contents into your lungs. Swallow the pills you are told to take the morning of surgery with only a sip of water. Brush your teeth without swallowing any water. Shower Instructions Use a special soap called Chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) to shower or bathe, both the night before and the morning of surgery. CHG can be purchased at most large drug stores. It comes as a two-percent and a four-percent solution. Either one is okay. A common brand name is "Hibiclens," but any brand is okay. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations. 1. Use the CHG soap FROM THE NECK DOWN. Wash thoroughly, especially around the area of your surgery. 2. DO NOT use CHG on your face or to wash your hair. (You may use your regular shampoo to wash your hair.) 3. Rinse well and repeat. 4. Pat dry with a clean towel and put on clean clothes. 5. After your morning shower or bath, DO NOT apply hair products, deodorants, lotions, cosmetics, or fragrances.

9 Page 7 Shaving Instructions DO NOT shave areas of your body that will be near your surgical site within 2 days (48 hours) of the morning of your surgery. No hair removal is the best practice to lower the risk of infection. Driving Arrangements If you are going home on the same day you have surgery, you must arrange for someone to take you home. Your surgery may be cancelled if you arrive without a responsible adult to drive you home, get you settled, and make sure you are safe and comfortable. This must be a responsible adult who will get you into your home and make sure you are comfortable. Your ride must be ready, within 30 minutes of your discharge, to drive you home. It cannot be a taxi driver. You also need to arrange for a responsible adult to stay with you for at least 24 hours after surgery. Arriving at the Hospital Parking Please see page 12 and the back cover for a map to hospital entrances and parking information. Admission On the day of your surgery, report to Pavilion Surgery Center Reception, on the second floor. The Surgery Pavilion is on the east side of the hospital and linked to it by a footbridge. Generally, we ask you to come in 2 hours before your surgery. This allows time for us to prepare you for your surgery. During this time you will: Sign admission forms. Meet your anesthesiology team. Be assessed for health status changes. Have your IV started. Bring a book or a project to help this time pass more quickly. We will do our best to let you and your family know of any changes about your surgery start time. Pavilion Surgery Center Your family and friends can accompany you to the Pavlion Surgery Center. Due to the limited space in the check-in area, they may be asked to wait in the general waiting area.

10 Page 8 Please do not bring jewelry (including rings), money, credit cards or other valuables with you. Bring a list of your medicines, but do not bring the medicines unless you have been told to by the Pre- Anesthesia Clinic nurse. Bring your cases to store glasses and contact lenses while you're having surgery. Getting Ready for Surgery When you come to UWMC, wear clothes that are easy to take off and are loose and comfortable to wear home. Please do not bring jewelry (including rings) or other valuables with you. Bring a list of your medicines, but do not bring the medicines unless you have been told to by the nurse. Please remember to bring your hospital card (U-Card), your L&I claim number if you have one, as well as insurance, pharmacy insurance coverage information card and applicable copayment for discharge medication. We will ask you to remove all your clothing, including undergarments, and to put on a hospital gown. You will need to remove glasses, contact lenses, hearing aids, hairpins, and all jewelry. In some cases, you will also be asked to remove dentures. Please bring cases to store these items, if you have them. Check-in for Surgery The pre-operating area has many patients who are being prepared for surgery. We invite you to bring one adult support person to wait with you during the check-in time. When you move to the pre-operating area or the operating room, your family member or friend will not be able to go with you. Your support person can remain in the waiting room. We cannot provide child care. Make child care plans for the day of your surgery and as needed for your recovery time at home. If you must bring a child (a minor age 17 and under), please bring an adult to be with them at all times in the waiting room. In the Pre-Operating Area and Operating Room The nurses and anesthesiology team who will care for you during your surgery will introduce themselves to you. You will have a chance to ask questions about your care and what is happening. Surgical Site Marking We commit to making sure you receive high-quality and safe care. While you are here, you or your family will be asked such questions as:

11 Page 9 What is your name? What is your date of birth? What surgery are you having done? Do not be alarmed by these questions. We know who you are. We ask some or all of these questions over and over again to be sure we have everything right. Your doctor will check your medical record and talk to you or a family member to confirm your surgery or procedure site. Surgeon writing his or Most times when you have surgery or a her initials on the procedure, your doctor will mark the site in patient's surgery site. pen to help ensure your safety. When your site does need to be marked, your surgeon will mark the site with his or her initials. Special care is taken if you are having surgery or a procedure in the right or left side of your body. When your site does not need to be marked, which is the case for some types of surgery, you will be asked to confirm what surgery or procedure you are having. Preparing You for Surgery After a numbing solution is applied, an IV a small intravenous needle and tube will be put into the back of your hand or arm. Medicine and IV fluid can be given to you quickly and easily through the IV, and it will be in place for some time after surgery. Usually you will be given medicine through this IV to make you relax, or even sleep, before going to the operating room. In the Recovery Room If you are having your surgery in the hospital operating room, you will be in the recovery room one to two hours after surgery. This recovery room does not accommodate visitors because of space and patient privacy needs. If you are having surgery in the Pavilion Surgery Center, one visitor will be able to join you in the Pavilion Recovery Room. This will keep a safe and quiet environment for all patients. If you are staying overnight, your family will be able to join you once you get to your hospital room.

12 Page 10 While you slowly wake up from the anesthetic, you may feel cold and nauseated. Your mouth may be dry, and your throat may be sore if a breathing tube was used during surgery. If you have had a regional anesthetic, that part of your body may be numb until the anesthetic wears off. A nurse will check your breathing, heart rate and blood pressure often. He or she will help you with any nausea and/or pain you may feel. It is important that you are comfortable be sure to ask the nurse for pain relief before the pain gets too severe. The nurse will ask you to rate your pain on a one-to-10 scale, where one is minor and 10 is the worst pain. Pain relief may be given by: A pill, if you can eat and drink after surgery. Medicine put into the IV tube in your hand. Medicine injected into your arm or buttock. Medicine given through a small tube in your back. Patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) by a special machine that puts a dose of pain medicine into your IV tube when you push a button. The button should be pushed only by you. Your doctors decide the correct amount for your needs. You do not have to wait for a nurse you are in control of your pain relief. You will not become drug addicted if you are in pain and use the machine as prescribed. Going Home Your surgeon will decide whether you go home the same day as your surgery or stay in the hospital. Please discuss this with him or her during your Specialty Clinic visit. If your ride does not stay with you at the hospital, please assure they can be here within 30 minutes. You will need someone to take you home after surgery who can get you into your home and make sure you are comfortable. For your safety, you will also need a responsible adult to stay with you for at least 24 hours after surgery. For patients going home the same day, you can expect to have some pain and possibly some nausea. You may also be sleepy for the rest of the day. Please do not do any of the following for 24 hours after anesthesia or relaxing medicine:

13 Page 11 Drive. Drink alcoholic beverages. Travel alone. Operate machinery. Sign any legal papers. Be responsible for another person, such as a child. Ask your surgeon how you might be limited due to the surgery and how long these limitations will last. Think carefully about what you will need to help you at home and make these arrangements before your surgery. Work out things like how you will get to the bathroom, up and down stairs, have your meals, and care for yourself. If you need temporary local housing, ask at the Pre- Anesthesia Clinic or call the Social Work Housing Services number on the last page of this booklet. Before you leave the hospital, you will be given information about your care at home. A return appointment for follow-up care will be made for you, if you do not have one scheduled already. Do you understand everything? Ask your surgeon how you might be limited after surgery. Think carefully about what you will need to help you at home and make arrangements before surgery. PAGE Medical history, blood tests, X-rays, EKG done in... 3 Consent form... 3 Medicines that should not be taken before surgery... 5 Anesthesia choices... 5 Telephone number where we can reach you the afternoon/night before surgery... 6 No food or liquids after midnight the night before surgery... 6 Night and morning anti-germ bathing or showering before surgery... 6 & 7 No shaving or hair removal 48 hours before surgery is the best practice to reduce risk of infection... 7 Where to come the day of surgery... 7 & 8 What to bring, what to leave at home... 8 Pre-operating area, starting your IV... 9 Recovery room: how you will feel, pain relief... 9 & 10 Going home, have someone with you for 24 hours Help you will need at home Safety after anesthesia... 10

14 Page 12 TO I-5 15th Ave. N.E. N.E. Pacific St. University of Washington Campus Gate 6 Magnuson Health Sciences Center TRIANGLE PARKING GARAGE N.E. Pacific Place S1 PARKING GARAGE Columbia Rd. PORTAGE BAY UW Medical Center SURGERY PAVILION PARKING GARAGE Montlake Blvd. N.E. TO SR 520 Helpful Contacts : Pavilion Surgery Center: Interpreter Services: Social Work Housing Services: Operating Room: Ambulatory Surgery Center at Roosevelt: Surgical Specialties Center Nurse Advice Line: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. After hours, call your doctor through the Paging Operator: Other:

15 UW Medical Center Parking The Surgery Pavilion Parking Garage is accessed off N.E. Pacific Street alongside the entrance to the Emergency Department. It is mainly for Surgery Pavilion patients and their visitors, and is staffed from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Afterhours parking is available in the Triangle Garage. You can park there when you arrive for your surgery. The Triangle Parking Garage is on N.E. Pacific Place, across the street from UW Medical Center. From Montlake Blvd., turn left onto N.E. Pacific Street and right onto N.E. Pacific Place. There is direct access to the third floor (main entrance) via a pedestrian tunnel. Patients with disability or mobility parking needs may use the valet parking service at the main entrance of the medical center. Wheelchairs and escort services are also available at the main entrance and by asking for assistance from the parking attendant at the Surgery Pavilion or Triangle Garage. You can also request assistance, a wheelchair, or escort service by picking up one of the many phones in the garages. There is limited oversized parking in the Triangle Garage (6' 8" height limit). Additional oversized parking is available in the Husky Stadium Lot. Parking validation is provided for UWMC patients and visitors in the Surgery Pavilion and Triangle Garages. The parking fee is based on the length of your stay. For more information on campus parking and current fees, call For information about medical center parking, call Driving directions to locations on the UW campus, including UWMC, are available on this Web site:

16 Directions to University of Washington Medical Center UWMC is located at 1959 NE Pacific St., at the south end of the University of Washington campus. From Interstate 5: Take Exit 168B (Bellevue, State Route 520) heading east. Then take the Montlake Boulevard exit and follow the signs to University of Washington Medical Center. From Interstate 405: Take Exit 14 (Seattle via Evergreen Point Bridge, State Route 520) heading west. Then take the Montlake Boulevard exit and follow the signs to University of Washington Medical Center NE Pacific St. Seattle, WA Box University of Washington Medical Center 11/2003 Rev. 01/2005 UH1761

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