Blood pressure is taken with a cuff around the arm. Several samples may be needed. Typically, three to five sticky pads are placed on different parts of the child's body. A tube placed in the child's vein for giving medicine or liquids. It will be capped or have tubing connected to it.
Children feel safer in the hospital with their parents nearby.
The child will be completely asleep during the surgery. If the child is in a crib, keep the side rails up to prevent a fall. It is attached to suction, which will keep the stomach empty. It may also help to get the child's bowels working. Food or medicine is sometimes given through the tube.