Generic Preparation Guide

North Florida/South Georgia

Radiology Service

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   You have an appointment for (Procedure):______________________ on (date)__________________.
  
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  You will report to the MEDICAL DAY STAY UNIT (MDSU) located on 3-B, at 7:00 a.m. On ___________________.
  
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  Do not eat or drink anything after MIDNIGHT the night before the procedure.
  
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  Make sure you have a DRIVER to take you home; if you do not have a driver, the procedure will be cancelled.
  
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  You can take your blood pressure and heart medications the morning of the procedure, with a SIP OF WATER.
  
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  Do NOT take any diabetes medication.
  
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  You will be sent to the MDSU after the procedure has been completed, and then discharged to your driver.
  
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  Discharge instructions will be provided to you at the time you are discharged from the Medical Day Stay Unit.
  

or 1-800-324-8387, extension 6394.