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Q: Why do they make you not feed your child before surgery?
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Preparing your child for Surgery
If your child "accidentally" drinks or eats something after being instructed not to, try to estimate how much. e.g. 1 freezie, a "sip"( less than a tablespoon). Notify the hospital immediately as your surgery may be canceled or delayed.
Preparing your child for Surgery
Pre-op instructions will say no food or drink for a number of hours before surgery. This is to prevent accidental vomiting while under anesthesia that in turn could be fatal. If your child tends to get up to the bathroom during the night, remove all cups that are normally kept in sight.
Preparing your child for Surgery
Supervise morning tooth brushing routines with your child. Swishing and gargling are OK. Just DO NOT SWALLOW. Practice every day for at least a week before surgery.
Preparing your child for Surgery
Doctor´s orders say "Nothing to eat or drink after midnight" e.g. Swishing and spitting out a favorite beverage to give your child a hint of flavor is acceptable on the morning of surgery. If your child tends to swallow when practicing, do not attempt.
Preparing your child for Surgery
Know your child. If they tend to make up stories or are sometimes less than honest about things that may reflect badly on themselves, reserve tooth brushing activities immediately prior to surgery. You may consider having them sleep with you the night before surgery if they tend to drink when visiting the bathroom.
