Going home instructions
Frank Owens
Sunrise Home Health
(912) 555-0140
Leaving on Oct 23, 2026 to home. Incision healed, goals met.
Your care at home
- Keep the incision clean and dry. Shower is fine; pat it dry.
- Take a short walk three times a day.
- Use the pillow to hug your belly when you cough.
Changes to your medicines
- Stop: codeine (you are allergic).
- Continue: acetaminophen 650 mg every 6 hours if needed for pain.
Food and drink
Regular diet. Plenty of fluids and fiber.
Activity
No lifting over 10 lb for 2 more weeks. Walk a little more each day.
When to call for help
Call your doctor or the care team right away if you have:
- A fever over 100.4 °F
- Redness, swelling or drainage at the incision
- Belly pain that gets worse
Call 911 for chest pain or trouble breathing.
Your follow-ups
| Sun, Oct 25 | Phone call | Check-in call: how is he doing at home? |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Doctor appointment | Dr. Lopez, surgical follow-up |
Questions? Call Sunrise Home Health at (912) 555-0140.