After your procedure, the recovery and discharge process is your path back to health. Banner Health’s surgical teams guide you through every step - from the post-anesthesia unit to your return home and continued healing.
Once your surgery is complete, you’ll be moved to the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU). During this time, surgical nurses monitor your:
The time you spend in the PACU depends on the type of anesthesia and procedure you had. While there, your care team will:
If you stay overnight, your PACU nurse will let your family know when you’re ready to move to your recovery room. If you're going home, they’ll let them know when you’re ready for discharge.
To leave the hospital, you’ll need:
Your nurse will review (and you should feel comfortable asking questions about):
After you get home, a nurse from Banner Health will check in with a phone call to see how you're doing and address any concerns.
Recovery time and needs vary depending on the procedure. Banner Health offers a full range of services to make your healing process smoother and safer:
Your care team will work with you to plan the best combination of services tailored to your surgery, your health and your recovery goals.
If you're planning surgery or healing from one already, Banner Health’s network of expert surgeons and recovery services is ready to support you.
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