Post-sedation Care 鎮靜後照護須知

2026/5/19

Both inpatients and outpatients should be accompanied by family or friends, and do not driven home yourself or having a ride on motorcycle or bike within 12 hours after receiving sedation and pain relief care.
Sedative effects may still exist within 24 hours after receiving sedation and pain relief care. Therefore, be vigilant and do not engage in the following behaviors:

Don't drive a car or motorcycle.
Don't make major decisions and don't sign legal documents.
Do not do activities that require concentration and hand-eye coordination, such as operating a machine.
Avoid alcoholic drinks.
In case of any discomfort after medical treatment or examination, the inpatient should inform the medical staff immediately, while outpatients should immediately return to the hospital for examination and treatment.

Pediatric patients must be cared for as sedative effects may persist within 24 hours of receiving sedation and pain relief care.

If asleep, the child should be awakened intermittently to ensure that he/she has an appropriate response.
Do not feed solid food for the time being. Patients should drink boiled water or liquid drinks first, and they may eat gradually after ensuring there were no nausea, or vomiting.
Follow the doctor's instructions and administer the medicine regularly.
On the way home, the child must sit in the safety seat and be cared for by others, who must keep an eye on whether he/she breathes smoothly.

Instructions for pain relief after examination: after examination or treatment, follow the doctor's advice to relieve the postoperative pain. For any discomfort, please consult the medical staff or return to the hospital immediately.

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