Pediatric Preoperative Program (POP)
Emotionally Preparing Your Child for Surgery
Be Honest With Your Child
The most important thing you can do to emotionally prepare your child for surgery is to be honest
when you talk about the hospital experience. For example, preoperative
blood tests hurt, so don't tell a child that a needle is" painless" or "feels
like a tiny mosquito bite." We have found that kids who know what to
expect are less fearful and have a far better experience than other
children.
Parents are an Important Part of Our Team
The operating room staff appreciates the important role you play in the
care of your child. We have developed a program in which you may be able
to stay with your child until he or she falls asleep. You will have an
opportunity to discuss this further with an anesthesiologist at the POP
program.
You will receive a phone call between 1 and 3 p.m. the day before your
child's surgery to confirm your child's surgery. Please call 401-444-6887 if you do not hear from us.
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