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The Child Having Surgery Home

Surgical Overview

Types of Surgery

Methods of Surgery

The Hospital Setting

Preoperative Management

Preoperative Visit with the Surgeon

Hospital Visit / Preoperative Clinic

Blood Transfusions

Latex Allergy

Informed Consent

Preparing a Child for Surgery

Preparing the Infant for Surgery

Preparing the Toddler for Surgery

Preparing the Preschooler for Surgery

Preparing the School-Aged Child for Surgery

Preparing the Teenager for Surgery

Preparing Siblings for Surgery

Surgery and the Breastfeeding Infant

The Day of Surgery

Intraoperative Care

The Operating Room

The Surgical Team

Types of Anesthesia

Postoperative Care

Recovery Room / Post-Anesthesia Care Unit

Intensive Care

Discomforts and Complications After Surgery

Pain Control

Play Therapy

Discharge from the Hospital

Glossary

Online Resources