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OVERVIEW
Morning of
Surgery
Pre-Treatment
Checklist
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No Contacts
You may wear glasses but do not wear contact lenses to your surgery.
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No Deodorant
Do not wear deodorant or lotions, especially on the chest and torso.
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Arrive in proper attire
Surgery day, wear loose-fitting clothes that fasten at the front. No slipover clothing.
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Wash Yourself
Wash yourself including your hair the evening before or the morning of surgery. Do not use any styling products or sprays. Please reference the bathing directions provided to you and use Hibiclens /CHG.
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No makeup
Please arrive with a clean, makeup-free face
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Take medicine
Take only approved and required medicine as directed.
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avoid alcohol
Avoid alcohol for 48 hours before your treatment and caffeine on the day of your treatment.
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You may wear glasses but do not wear contact lenses to your surgery.
Do not wear deodorant or lotions, especially on the chest and torso.
Surgery day, wear loose-fitting clothes that fasten at the front. No slipover clothing.
Wash yourself including your hair the evening before or the morning of surgery. Do not use any styling products or sprays. Please reference the bathing directions provided to you and use Hibiclens /CHG.
Please arrive with a clean, makeup-free face
Take only approved and required medicine as directed.
Avoid alcohol for 48 hours before your treatment and caffeine on the day of your treatment.
POst-Treatment
Dos and Don'ts
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SURGERY
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Apply Aquaphor
With a Q-tip, apply a thin layer of Aquaphor or Petrolatum ointment to each nostril a minimum of 2 times daily.
Clean Nostrils
Use diluted hydrogen peroxide 50/50 water mix, apply the mixture with a Q-tip to each nostril 2 times a day.
Spray Saline Every 30 min
Spray the inside of your nose with saline spray every 30 minutes while awake. Start this right soon after your surgery to prevent crusting and build-up. Continue this for 14 days.
Replace Drip Pad
Replace drip pad as necessary with folded gauze.
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Sleep with Humidifier
Have a cool-mist humidifier at your bedside.
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Sleep Elevated
Sleep on your back elevated for 2 weeks, at a 30° incline, with approximately 3 pillows.
Use Cold compress made of Frozen Peas
For the first 48 hours, use cold compresses made of frozen peas to minimize swelling and help with discomfort.
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Drink and Eat Healthy
Stay hydrated and eat a healthy well balanced diet.
Don't:
DO NOT
Bend over
Do not bend over or bump your nose/face for 4 weeks.
DO NOT
Sneeze
Do not sneeze. If you must sneeze, open your mouth while sneezing.
DO NOT
Blow Your Nose
Do not blow your nose for the first 3 weeks after surgery. You can help clear debris by keeping your nose constantly moist with saline spray and gently breathing out of your nose instead of blowing.
DO NOT
Fly
Do not fly, such as in airplanes and helicopters, for 2 weeks.
DO NOT
Wear Glasses
Do not wear glasses for 6 weeks. If you must wear glasses, they must be taped to your forehead or use a nose bridge protector, RhinoshieldTM, and/or Nose-guardTM.
DO NOT
Swim or use saunas
Do not swim, use hot tubs, or saunas for 4 weeks.
DO NOT
Perform Strenuous Physical Activity
Do not perform strenuous physical activity, including athletic activities, intercourse, aerobic exercise, weight training, heavy lifting, and any straining. You may gradually resume exercise 4 weeks after surgery; light walking is okay and recommended. Listen to your body; if it hurts the treated area- Stop.
DO
With a Q-tip, apply a thin layer of Aquaphor or Petrolatum ointment to each nostril a minimum of 2 times daily.
Use diluted hydrogen peroxide 50/50 water mix, apply the mixture with a Q-tip to each nostril 2 times a day.
Spray the inside of your nose with saline spray every 30 minutes while awake. Start this right soon after your surgery to prevent crusting and build-up. Continue this for 14 days.
Replace drip pad as necessary with folded gauze.
Have a cool-mist humidifier at your bedside.
Sleep on your back elevated for 2 weeks, at a 30° incline, with approximately 3 pillows.
For the first 48 hours, use cold compresses made of frozen peas to minimize swelling and help with discomfort.
Stay hydrated and eat a healthy well balanced diet.
DON'T
Do not bend over or bump your nose/face for 4 weeks.
Do not sneeze. If you must sneeze, open your mouth while sneezing.
Do not blow your nose for the first 3 weeks after surgery. You can help clear debris by keeping your nose constantly moist with saline spray and gently breathing out of your nose instead of blowing.
Do not fly, such as in airplanes and helicopters, for 2 weeks.
Do not wear glasses for 6 weeks. If you must wear glasses, they must be taped to your forehead or use a nose bridge protector, RhinoshieldTM, and/or Nose-guardTM.
Do not swim, use hot tubs, or saunas for 4 weeks.
Do not perform strenuous physical activity, including athletic activities, intercourse, aerobic exercise, weight training, heavy lifting, and any straining. You may gradually resume exercise 4 weeks after surgery; light walking is okay and recommended. Listen to your body; if it hurts the treated area- Stop.
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Surgery day
MED LOG
Before
Surgery
Surgery
After
Surgery
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Gatorade
Electrolytes help your body regulate chemical reactions, maintain the balance between fluids inside and outside your cells, and more.
8
oz
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Water
Hydration is vital to a healthy experience
8
oz
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Saline Mist
Helps to minimize nasal mucus crusting, helping to relieve some discomfort.
1
Application
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Zofran
Zofran (Ondansetron) is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting
1
Tablet
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Norco
Norco contains a combination of acetaminophen and hydrocodone. Hydrocodone is an opioid pain
0.5
Tablet
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Diazepam
1-2 Tablets (As needed for anxiety). If prescribed.
1
Tablets
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Tranexamic Acid
Tranexamic acid is a medicine that controls bleeding. It helps your blood to clot.
2
Tablets
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Vitamedica Bromelain
Bromelain is used for pain, muscle soreness, burns, and swelling
2
Tablet
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Vitamedica Arnica Montana
Arnica is also used for bleeding, bruising, swelling after surgery
3
Tablet
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Clinical Support Evening
Vitamedica Clinical Support Eveining is used at night to fill essential nutritional gaps, safe for surgery. Also promotes quicker healing.
3
Tablet
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Clinical Support Morning
Vitamedica Clinical Support Morning is used in the morning to fill essential nutritional gaps, safe for surgery. Also promotes quicker healing.
3
Tablet
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Prescriptions
Morning
Noon
Evening
Saline Mist
Helps to minimize nasal mucus crusting, helping to relieve some discomfort.
1 Spray (Every 30 minutes while awake)
1
Application
Morning
Noon
Evening
Zofran
Zofran (Ondansetron) is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting
1 Tablet Under tongue (2x daily As needed for nausea) If prescribed
1
Tablet
Morning
Noon
Evening
Norco
Norco contains a combination of acetaminophen and hydrocodone. Hydrocodone is an opioid pain
1/2 to 1 Tablet (Every 4-6 hours as needed) If prescribed.
0.5
Tablet
Morning
Noon
Evening
Diazepam
1-2 Tablets (As needed for anxiety). If prescribed.
Diazepam is used to treat a range of conditions, including anxiety,It may also be used to cause memory loss during certain medical procedures.
1
Tablets
Morning
Noon
Evening
Tranexamic Acid
Tranexamic acid is a medicine that controls bleeding. It helps your blood to clot.
2 Tablets (MORNING OF SURGERY - 2 HOURS BEFORE ARRIVAL)
2
Tablets
Morning
Noon
Evening
Vitamedica Bromelain
Bromelain is used for pain, muscle soreness, burns, and swelling
2 Tablets (3x daily- START 3 DAYS PRIOR). Take until gone
2
Tablet
Morning
Noon
Evening
Vitamedica Arnica Montana
Arnica is also used for bleeding, bruising, swelling after surgery
3 Tablets (3x daily- START 3 DAYS PRIOR). Take until gone
3
Tablet
Morning
Noon
Evening
Clinical Support Evening
Vitamedica Clinical Support Eveining is used at night to fill essential nutritional gaps, safe for surgery. Also promotes quicker healing.
3 Tablets daily, START 2 WEEKS PRIOR). Take until gone
3
Tablet
Morning
Noon
Evening
Clinical Support Morning
Vitamedica Clinical Support Morning is used in the morning to fill essential nutritional gaps, safe for surgery. Also promotes quicker healing.
3 Tabletsdaily, START 2 WEEKS PRIOR). Take until gone
3
Tablet
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POST CARE Supplies
1⁄2 inch paper tape
2x2 non-sterile gauze pads
Afrin Nasal Spray
Saline Nasal Mist
Small Clean Bowl
Washcloth
Cetaphil cream cleanser
Hydrogen Peroxide
Bandaids
Aquaphor
Stool Softener
Baby Shampoo
Ice Cubes
Tylenol
Q-Tips
Frozen Peas
Ziplock Bags
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