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Why might an orthopedics patient provide a supply of blood prior to surgery?
Individuals may choose to donate some of their own blood to be held in reserve for their use in major surgery such as knee replacement, during which heavy bleeding is common.
Do you have to make an appointment to donate blood?
No, you do not have to fast to donate blood. You actually need to be sure and eat some carbs, sugars,and proteins prior to to prevent passing out.
Can you donate blood prior to air travel?
By law you can but i would advise you not to .
Should you withhold food from a horse prior to surgery?
This can depend on the surgery the horse is going to have, you should always ask your equine vet about feeding prior to surgery just to be sure.
How should patients be prepared for an eye muscle surgery?
Patients should make sure their doctors are aware of any medications that they are taking, even over-the-counter medications. Patients should not take aspirin, or any other blood-thinning medications for ten days prior to surgery.
How long should you wait to donate blood after taking the morning after or plan B contraception?
There is nothing that says you cannot but you should tell the nurse prior to donating as they ask what meds you are on. They may make you wait a while before donating.
What must patients who take blood thinners do prior to eye surgery?
Patients taking blood thinners also must check with their physician to find out when they should stop taking the medication before surgery.
Should you discontinue taking celebrex prior to surgery?
I am having a elbow replacement. can I take celebrex and Tylenol before surgery<
Is it okay for pseudoephedrine to be taken prior to surgery?
Probably not a good idea since Pseudoephedrine raises your blood pressure.
What are routine evaluations that an orthopedics patient will be given prior to surgery?
Surgical candidates undergo standard blood and urine tests before surgery and, for major procedures, may be given an electrocardiogram or other diagnostic tests prior to the operation.
How much prior to surgery should the use of marijuana be eliminated?
Marijuana is a precious substance.
How safe are lasik eye surgeries?
Lasik eye surgery is a very safe procedure. As with any surgery, there are some dangers and these should be discussed with your doctor prior to surgery.
