You may also be asked to have a chest X-ray, to check your lungs and your heart. You may be given information on: • when to come into hospital – this is usually on the day of your opera • how long your hospital stay is expected to be • when you can have visitors • what to bring to hospital with you • when to stop eating or drinking before surgery Depending on the operation you are having, the nurse might give you body prepare for the period when you are not eating or drinking. They You will also have the chance to talk about going home from hospital. about whether you are likely to need any extra support and how to acc If the pre-assessment finds that you have problems, such as high bloo diabetic team for treatment. If further tests are needed, the pre-assessment nurse will highlight this department or your GP to complete them. Should you become ill before you are admitted, however mildly, please the earliest possible opportunity, as it may affect your planned treatme Further information on pre-assessment is available on the NHS UK we to bring with you, when you are admitted to hospital. An adaptable checklist is available for you to download / print by follow
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