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Follow the preporatory instruction sheet given to you for the day prior to the procedure. |
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Stop the following drugs seven days prior to your procedure: Aspirin and anti-inflammatory drugs (Motrin, Advil, Naprosyn, Feldene, Ibuprofen, etc.). Tylenol is permitted.
If you have diabetes and take insulin, take only half your usual dose and bring something to eat after the procedure.
If you take pills for heart problems, breathing problems, hypertension or seizures, take these medications the morning of the procedure per your usual routine with only a small sip of water, or if you are in doubt about whether or not to take your pills, simply bring them with you.
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Do not eat/drink after 12 midnight. If your procedure is scheduled for the afternoon, you may have clear liquids prior 8 AM. |
| __________ Longmont United Hospital, Emergency Room entrance, report to Patient Registration Desk. (623-5009). Please be prepared to provide insurance information.
__________ Longmont Surgery Center, (303-682-0593), 2030 Mountain View Avenue. Please be prepared to provide insurance information to the receptionist.
__________ Avista Hospital - Admissions, Main Lobby. Pre-register by calling Avista admitting (673-1000). Provide them with insurance information.
__________ Boulder Medical Pavilion Outpatient Registration Desk. Pre-register by calling Boulder Community Hospital (440-2340) to provide insurance information. Parking: Medical Pavilion parking structure.
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You must have someone drive you home after the procedure. If the person driving you does not remain at the hospital, they must be within 30 minutes distance and the nurse will notify them when you are almost ready to leave. You are not allowed to take a taxi, bus or walk home. If you do not have a ride, your procedure will be canceled. You will be asked not to drive for 12 hours after the sedation. Most people feel tired after being sedated, so rest is recommended. You may resume regular activity the next day.
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