Day of Surgery

The goal is to ensure a calm and reassuring family centered check-in.  Allowing the child to acclimate and adapt to their new environment while reducing the anxiety of their caregiver.

Acclimate the child to the tools used to induce anesthesia, by allowing them to explore and play with the mask

Provide a doll or toy to allow them to roleplay and share their experience, normalizing their fears and reducing their anxiety