Recovery quality in the post-anesthesia care unit
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This study looks at how well patients recover right after surgery while they are in the recovery room. It aims to understand what helps people feel better and recover more smoothly after anesthesia.
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Who can take part
- You are having planned (non-emergency) surgery that is not on your heart or brain.
- The surgery is expected to last at least one hour.
- After surgery, you will recover in the post-anesthesia care unit (the regular recovery area), not in the intensive care unit.
- You are able to give your own informed consent (i.e., you do not need a legal guardian to make decisions for you).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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