What exactly is the purpose of walking post op? And other questions

[peatie 4]

I'm doing my walking, but i guess i don't know what the purpose is??

and...

1. Realistically, how much Fluid are we gonna get in during the first week post-op?

2. Do Protein Shakes count with the 'total fluids' for the day, or does the Water need to be 1.5-2 liters on their own WITHOUT broth, Protein shakes, etc... ?

3. What exactly counts as FULL liquid diet? ? I know yogurt, protein shakes, broths/creamy Soups. Anything else??

[twoboysandagirl 109]

ok so I am no pro...I was just sleeved a few days before you but here is what my Nutritionist and Surgeon told me.

We walk to help circulation and avoid blood clots. It also makes the trapped gas from surgery to move and expel so that we do not have gas pains.

I walked all the time in the hospital and I felt great AFTER I got going each time.

My surgeon expected me to get in at least 15 ounces the first two days and then no less than 34 each day...working to increase to 64. I can get about 34 now but I have to work at it even drinking every time I wake up at night. I have found that if I fill a big Water bottle with my required amount then I use those little disposable cups for the bathroom they hold 3 ounces. I refill those and drink out of them (that helps me to only take little sips). I also use those for Protein.

My DR says that any Fluid I take in counts toward the 34 ounces.

I am not sure what full liquids are for your NUT. Mine said it is liquid that is not clear that does not have chunks.

Hope that helps. If you are still in the hospital I think you should ask to see your Nut or one there at the hospital so they can explain it. Also my Nut told me to email her with ANY questions. Is that an option for you?

Good LUCK

[lisabug 10]

Walking helps break down the gas from surgery and also helps prevent blood clots.

I never had problems getting my fluids in. I was lucky and had no pain from drinking.

I have gotten different answers on this one. My nut said to get at least 40 oz of Water or flavored water in. The diluted juice counts also. I do not count my broth because there is so much sodium.

Sf hot chocolate, sf pudding, sf fudge pops, cream of wheat and thin oatmeal are on my plan oh and sf applesauce.

[Cinderella 2]

One of the big reasons for walking is to prevent blood clots. They can happen up to several months after surgery, so keep it up!

Sounds like you're doing good!

Cinderella

[peatie 4]

Ugh! I seriously had brain damage when i went in for my sleeve. I don't recall ANYTHING i'm supposed to do or the reason for it. OF COURSE it's to prevent DVT's...duh! I can't believe It didn't occur to me and I'm a nursing student who takes care of patients POST OP and have then up and walking asap. Seriously, I feel like an idiot! lol

Thanks for all the info!

ok so I am no pro...I was just sleeved a few days before you but here is what my Nutritionist and Surgeon told me.

We walk to help circulation and avoid blood clots. It also makes the trapped gas from surgery to move and expel so that we do not have gas pains.

I walked all the time in the hospital and I felt great AFTER I got going each time.

My surgeon expected me to get in at least 15 ounces the first two days and then no less than 34 each day...working to increase to 64. I can get about 34 now but I have to work at it even drinking every time I wake up at night. I have found that if I fill a big Water bottle with my required amount then I use those little disposable cups for the bathroom they hold 3 ounces. I refill those and drink out of them (that helps me to only take little sips). I also use those for Protein.

My DR says that any Fluid I take in counts toward the 34 ounces.

I am not sure what full liquids are for your NUT. Mine said it is liquid that is not clear that does not have chunks.

Hope that helps. If you are still in the hospital I think you should ask to see your Nut or one there at the hospital so they can explain it. Also my Nut told me to email her with ANY questions. Is that an option for you?

Good LUCK

Walking helps break down the gas from surgery and also helps prevent blood clots.

I never had problems getting my fluids in. I was lucky and had no pain from drinking.

I have gotten different answers on this one. My nut said to get at least 40 oz of Water or flavored water in. The diluted juice counts also. I do not count my broth because there is so much sodium.

Sf hot chocolate, sf pudding, sf fudge pops, cream of wheat and thin oatmeal are on my plan oh and sf applesauce.

One of the big reasons for walking is to prevent blood clots. They can happen up to several months after surgery, so keep it up!

Sounds like you're doing good!

Cinderella