A parent or legal guardian must accompany your child on the day of surgery. Your child may bring their favorite blanket, toy, book or comfort item when they come to the Hospital. You may want to bring comfortable clothes for your child to wear home upon discharge from the Hospital. Recovering from anesthesia is an important aspect of your child's care. When your child enters the PACU, you will be notified in the Family Waiting Room.
Children can react differently to anesthesia.
Some children may awaken crying or restless while others may be sleepy. All of these responses are normal. One of the perioperative pediatric nurses or the Child Life Specialist will come in to be with your child. You will be notified in the Family Waiting Room when your child is transferred. Your physician will prescribe pain medication.