If you are undergoing general anesthesia, you will need to fulfill some criteria before your are recommended for discharge. Your aldrete score is measured by the nurses. If you do not meet the baseline of criteria may need specialized care, you will likely be requested for monitoring at either PACU or transfer to an in-patient room until your condition stablizes
In additional to meeting the aldrete criteria, you will need to meet below state:
- You are thermodynamically stable and clear of secretions.
- Have the ability to be oriented to time, person and place and is able to follow instructions.
- You are able to tolerate liquid or soft diet based on your doctor’s order.
- You can move about and walk.
Your doctor will provide instructions on nutrition, medications and activities that you should follow after discharge. Please contact us in case of excessive bleeding, pain, fever or trouble breathing or swallowing.