12 Day Of Surgery When you wake up, you will be started on oral analgesia for comfort from post-operative related pain. In certain situations, you may also notice a patient controlled analgesia (PSA) pump connected to your IV drip. This can work very well for pain control along side oral analgesia. You will be asked to sit up and mobilise your legs a few hours after the operation provided you are comfortable. Your nurse will assist you and take frequent observations but you will be required to move yourself. You can have ice to suck to keep your mouth moist, together with occasional sips of water. St George Obesity Surgery Unit | Bariatric Book | Day One After Your Operation It is important to focus on deep breathing and mobilisation. This will assist you in your recuperation after surgery. You are expected to mobilise around as tolerated and to go to the toilet either assisted or by yourself. Most patients will NOT have a catheter in their bladder. Exercise your calf muscles as often as possible. Most patients will also have white stockings (TED) and blood thinning injections to prevent clots in the leg veins. Occasionally, some patients with high risk of deep venous thrombosis (DVT) may have a calf compressor machine on their bedside, which assists with the circulation in the legs. What to Expect After Your Bariatric Surgery
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