Operation Preparation, a new podcast hosted by St James’s Hospital staff, provides surgical patients with key information ahead of their upcoming procedure with the objective of empowering patients and seeing them have better outcomes. The six-part series seeks to answer the common questions people have about anaesthesia in the lead up to surgery, by providing a compilation of relevant patient experiences and insights from which new patients can benefit from, allowing them to clarify their own concerns.
This podcast is for general guidance and information only. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional with any questions regarding a medical condition.
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Operation Preparation, a new podcast hosted by St James’s Hospital staff, provides surgical patients with key information ahead of their upcoming procedure with the objective of empowering patients and seeing them have better outcomes. The six-part series seeks to answer the common questions people have about anaesthesia in the lead up to surgery, by providing a compilation of relevant patient experiences and insights from which new patients can benefit from, allowing them to clarify their own concerns.
This podcast is for general guidance and information only. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional with any questions regarding a medical condition.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ahead of your upcoming operation it's important to be fully informed, in episode three of 'Operation Preparation', the team discuss the different types of anaesthesia that is available to patients. This includes the benefits and potential side effects of an anaesthetic, how common side effects are managed, how we keep you safe while you're asleep, the decision-making process and what to expect in the anaesthetic room.
For more information: Check out the Operation Preparation 'Steps for A Stronger Start' webpage here. Transcripts of this episode can also be found here.
You can visit the PAAC webpage here and the St James's Hospital website here.
Email the team with questions/topics you would like us to cover
here at perioperativepodcast@stjames.ie.
Abbreviations:
PAAC: Pre Anaesthetic Assessment Clinic
BP: Blood Pressure
GP: General Practitioner
This podcast is for general guidance and information only. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional with any questions regarding a medical condition. Music created and recorded by Niall Malone & Mikey Murray. Recording & Sound Production by Kevin at Philtrum Pictures.
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