Can I take my morning tablets with a sip of water?
Ask which medicines to take and how much water is permitted under the fasting plan for your procedure.
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Children & Common Questions
Should I remove dentures, jewellery, contact lenses or nail polish?
Follow your hospital’s instructions and mention removable dental appliances during the airway assessment.
Read moreWhy am I being asked the same questions again?
Repeated checks help confirm that important details about medicines, allergies, fasting and health have not been missed.
Read moreCan the anaesthesia plan change on the day of surgery?
New symptoms, test results or changes in the procedure can lead the team to adjust the anaesthesia plan.
Read moreWill I meet the anaesthesiologist who gives my anaesthetic?
The assessment and the anaesthetic may involve different clinicians, depending on how your hospital organises care.
Read moreI had severe nausea or vomiting after anaesthesia before
Mention your previous experience so the anaesthesiologist can consider preventive measures.
Read moreI have severe allergies
Explain exactly what caused the reaction and what happened, so the team can choose medicines and materials safely.
Read moreI have a pacemaker or defibrillator
Bring your device details so the team can plan for any interactions with the procedure or surgical equipment.
Read moreI had a difficult intubation before
Tell the anaesthesiologist early and bring any airway alert card, letter or previous anaesthesia record.
Read moreCould I be pregnant?
Tell the team if pregnancy is possible so they can discuss the procedure, timing and any need for testing with you.
Read moreMy child is having anaesthesia - what should I prepare?
Bring your child’s health information and follow the hospital’s instructions about fasting, medicines and recent illness.
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