During this period, it is important that you follow these instructions:

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• After your surgery you MUST be accompanied by a responsible adult, who may either drive you home or accompany you home in a taxi. Public transportation is not acceptable.

• You must have a responsible adult stay with you for the rest of the day and night.

• If you are from out of town, you should avoid long distance travel until the day after surgery.

• If you cannot arrange to have someone accompany you, please contact Cambie Surgery Centre, or your surgeon’s office, prior to your date of surgery.

• Do not operate motor vehicles, boats, power tools or machinery for 24 hours.

• Do not sign or enter any legal contract for 24 hours.

• Do not return to work the day of surgery.

• It is common to feel sleepy once you get home or hotel. Rest quietly at home for the rest of the day.

• Lie flat if you feel dizzy or lightheaded.

• Drink non-citric juice or non-diet soft drinks for the first 4 – 6 hours. Light meals are recommended following your operation (i.e., soup, toast, Jell-O).

• Do not drink alcoholic beverages or use cannabis products while taking pain medication.

• Avoid any drugs apart from those prescribed drugs such as prescribed pain killers or antibiotics. Your surgeon will go over this with you.

• If you have any questions or concerns regarding post-operative side effects or symptoms, please call your surgeon.