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Having an Anesthetic

 

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  • A special mask is placed over your nose and mouth.
  • Through this mask, you will receive medicine (anesthetics) that will make you sleep very deeply and you will not wake up or feel anything until your operation is over.
  • A special doctor called an Anesthesiologist will give you this medicine (anesthetics).
  • The Anesthesiologist will check your medical information and give you the right amount of anesthetic for your height and weight.
  • He/she will watch over you during your surgery and make sure you are comfortable.

 

 

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