As mentioned earlier, many patients are discharged home on the same day as their surgery. It is extremely important to monitor yourself or your child after a surgical procedure. Keep an eye on the bandages to see if they are soaked with blood or fluid. Do you have a lot of pain or swelling? Are you feeling nauseated, dizzy or lightheaded? If you had a regional technique, is that part of your body still numb? Have a low threshold to call your doctor or hospital and ask questions. It is advisable to refrain from driving or making any important decisions for a day after your procedure. There are anesthesiologists on call 24 hours a day who can be readily contacted. If you are uncertain of how you should be feeling, just call and ask questions.