Procedure
Appendectomy
A one-page care plan for patients having Appendectomy, covering Purpose, Prevention & Protection, Expectations & Execution, Next Steps, Consistency, Clarity & Care, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Prevention & Protection
- I understand surgery removes my appendix and stops the source of infection.
- do not eat or drink while waiting for emergency surgery.
- I share pregnancy chances, medicines, and allergies and change medicine only if told.
- I complete ordered tests and arrange a ride and help at home.
Expectations & Execution
4 points, for partners
Next Steps
4 points, for partners
Consistency, Clarity & Care
4 points, for partners
Indications
4 points, for partners
Lifestyle & Long-Term Success
4 points, for partners
When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners
See the full plan
Appendectomy is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.