Posted on 16th October, 2023 at 6:53:44 AM
Your care team will continue to monitor your heart and check your blood pressure and pulse every two to four hours, as needed.
You will also cough and deep breathe at least every two hours.
Your urinary catheter, chest tubes and IVs may be removed, but you will continue to receive pain medication, as needed.
You will also have a chest X-ray, ECG and lab work.
Your physician may order aspirin for you if you have had bypass surgery or blood thinning medication if you have had valve replacement surgery.
You will transfer via wheelchair to postoperative ward.
