Recovering From Surgery – What to do on This Journey

Proper recovery after surgery can be as important as the surgery itself. A successful surgery that does not follow an appropriate healing process can result in poor recovery outcomes such as cognitive decline, persistent pain, reduced functional ability, loss of independence, or inability to return to work. Here are some things you need to consider to have a successful recuperation:

Postanesthesia care

The postanesthesia period has three levels of care: Phase I, Phase II, and Extended Care.

During Phase I care, the focus is on the patient’s recovery from anesthesia and the return to baseline vital signs. In addition, consideration is given to the procedure, anesthesia care, patient comorbidities, and the patient’s physical status to recognize, minimize and manage any issues or complications.

Phase II care focuses on continued rehab based on facility policies and the patient’s needs. During this stage, the patient can ambulate, take nutrition, and receive the education and instructions necessary for self-management of care at home.

Extended care, otherwise known as Phase III, is for patients who have met the criteria to leave Phase I but cannot go to another location. These patients are assessed and managed as inpatients.

Patient’s safety considerations

Before the patient leaves the hospital, they may have an appointment with a physiotherapist. They’ll be able to advise them about any exercises they need to carry out at home.

Their physician will also advise them about how to care for their wound, the equipment they may require, and any medication requirements. Each hospital will have policies and arrangements for sending patients home (discharge).

The discharge will be affected by how quickly their health improves while in the hospital and what support they’ll need after returning home. For example, they will not usually be able to drive themselves home after surgery.

Going back to everyday life

If you are looking to have a faster and more promising recovery, it is essential to do the following:

At Signature, we are committed to your convenience. Our main goal is to provide you with the best help, assistance, and care possible with our registered nurses and extended medical care professional network. In addition, we will be happy to help you throughout your recovery process.