Pre op assessment
nearlybionic
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Hi
I have had my pre op assessment today, not sure if I told anyone when I was going. My Mum drove me there and stayed with me for company. But it was very efficient and I was done and dusted very quickly.
I had the usual , bloods and urine samples taken, swabs for MRSA, blood pressure, ECG, lots of forms and questions and signatures for permission for bone donation, National Joint Registry, etc...
I got lots of reading material about the hip replacement, anaesthetic, and Occupational Therapy. One of the forms from OT is for me to measure my leg (floor to knee height) and all my toliets, chairs , bed etc.. ready for equipment like chair risers, raised loo seat....
I am apparently fit and healthy!! so I didn`t need to see the gas man today, but I made sure I told the nurse I AM having a GA!!! I want to be fully knocked out on the day thankyou!!
Since I got home I have had phone calls from Wrightington`s OT and local OT who will be coming to visit me at home to assess my needs.
So it feels like it is really happening now, EEK!
So I am waiting for a date for my THR now, if a cancellation it could be very short notice, but if not I will get a letter.
So I am waiting now.........
NB
I have had my pre op assessment today, not sure if I told anyone when I was going. My Mum drove me there and stayed with me for company. But it was very efficient and I was done and dusted very quickly.
I had the usual , bloods and urine samples taken, swabs for MRSA, blood pressure, ECG, lots of forms and questions and signatures for permission for bone donation, National Joint Registry, etc...
I got lots of reading material about the hip replacement, anaesthetic, and Occupational Therapy. One of the forms from OT is for me to measure my leg (floor to knee height) and all my toliets, chairs , bed etc.. ready for equipment like chair risers, raised loo seat....
I am apparently fit and healthy!! so I didn`t need to see the gas man today, but I made sure I told the nurse I AM having a GA!!! I want to be fully knocked out on the day thankyou!!
Since I got home I have had phone calls from Wrightington`s OT and local OT who will be coming to visit me at home to assess my needs.
So it feels like it is really happening now, EEK!
So I am waiting for a date for my THR now, if a cancellation it could be very short notice, but if not I will get a letter.
So I am waiting now.........
NB
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NB you have really put my mind at rest with this post..thank you..I was worried about the OT and home... after the op...there's me not even on the list It wont be long now for you....don't worry I will have the bus ready...xxLove
Barbara0 -
NB
God it is soon but I will be thinking of you and hope it all goes well for you...Its well overdue in my opinion so great that the OT's etc are all striding ahead..
Elainexx0 -
I hope you don't have to wait too long NB.
Good luck, I hope it all goes well.
Thinking of you,
Numpty0 -
Hi
Thanks Barbara,
Wrightington are so on the ball! Please don`t worry (ha ha says me!!) The equipment arrives really quick once the OT orders it. I am sorting my stuff for taking in hospital now (not quite like a labour bag ) I just need new slippers (with backs) -you just have to have new ones for in hospital!!
I need more books on my Kindle to try to read, (I found it hard to concentrate on anything last time) And then I need to plan my kitchen cupboards so I can reach things post op without bending, as we have moved house since my last one was done .
Hope you are ok x
NB0 -
Hi Elaine and Numpty
Thanks for your replies and support
I feel a little bit more nervous now as it feels closer.
Recovery will be different this time as it is a different time of year so I hope to spend a bit of time sat in the garden. It was February last time and was cold, and miserable.
Hope you are both doing ok
NB0 -
nearlybionic wrote:Hi
Thanks Barbara,
Wrightington are so on the ball! Please don`t worry (ha ha says me!!) The equipment arrives really quick once the OT orders it. I am sorting my stuff for taking in hospital now (not quite like a labour bag ) I just need new slippers (with backs) -you just have to have new ones for in hospital!!
I need more books on my Kindle to try to read, (I found it hard to concentrate on anything last time) And then I need to plan my kitchen cupboards so I can reach things post op without bending, as we have moved house since my last one was done .
Hope you are ok x
NBLove
Barbara0 -
Gosh it seems as if it's going to happen soon NB, the hospital certainly have got it all together when you were hardly home and getting phone calls, of course you are going to be nervous but at least you know what is coming and we are all here behind you, keeping fingers crossed app comes through soon so you can get it over and done with....tc..........Marie xxSmile a while and while you smile
smile another smile and soon there
will be miles and miles of smiles
just because you smiled I wish your
day is full of Smiles0 -
Hi Barbara
Good luck on the 22nd! If you feel the time is right for your new hips there is lots of help at the hospital, OT`s, physio, arthroplasty specialist nurses and of course us lot here!
Hi Marie
It did feel a bit full on today, but just shows they are professionals and know what they are doing.
Thanks
NB0 -
Fingers crossed its not a long wait.Mig0
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Hi NB
It is going to be fast isn't it....Our OT are fantastic so no need to worry about that {was it Barbara?}
I think the sooner the better.
My 1st THR was Feb and it was miserable and icey so I would much prefer the 2nd one done (if they get their finger out ) in the better weather
Love
Hileena0 -
Hi Hileena
Thanks for your reply xx I have been doing a bit more Prom planning with my daughter today so I really hope I am on the mend but the Prom in July!
A lovely warm summer would aid my recovery no end! Pity I can`t get that on prescription, for all of us 8)
I hope you get some answers soon for your pains xx
NB0 -
I hope I am not to late and you have already been and had it done. But wanted to say that my thoughts are with you. And if you are still waiting, lets hope it's not a long wait. Glad you have the pre-op out of the way.
Let us know as soon as you do hear something.Karen xx0 -
Hi Karen
No I have not had it done yet! It is all happening quickiy, but not that quickly thank goodness
I haven`t heard anymore from OT today, and may miss their call if they ring tomorrow as we have the annual family trip to the opticians . A new optician too, as our usual ones have closed down :roll: It will be a long afternoon as along with my tests (including checking me for glaucoma as my Mum has it), they will be seeing my daughter`s mole in her eye for the first time, which I am sure will cause a lot of interest. She has some tests at the eye hospital next week too which is always a loooooonnngg appointment.
Thanks for your support x
NB0 -
Hello Nearlybionic
i will be thinking of you i hope you dont have to wait too
long.take care.
joan xxtake care
joan xx0 -
Hi Joan
Thanks x I hope I am not waiting too long too. I have put a few things to one side to take in to hospital eg nightshirts, toiletries etc....
Tomorrow the OT is coming out to see me to arrange equipment and assess me for anything I need.
I will be jumping every time I get a phone call on my mobile with a with held number now, just in case it is the admissions lady!!
Thanks again x
NB0 -
This is good news NB, I hope you hear something soon. I wish you the very best - I send some arms'-length hugs so you don't catch my germs! DDHave you got the despatches? No, I always walk like this. Eddie Braben0
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Hi Nearly
Sorry I am late on this have had a seriouslt ill MIl to deal with but that's no excuse :oops:
I am so pleased things are moving on for you and will do my best to send some sun your way for your post-op recovery .
Tis lovely out there today
I am sure you will be up and ready for teh prom - in fact taht I can promise it will be such a fabulous day for her
Love
Toni xxx0
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