ArthroCare ENT USTonsillectomy Recovery Checklist
Print out this checklist and review it with your doctor or nurse. Ask them to help you fill it out according to their specific instructions.
Medication
Medication instructions
Diet
Dietary restrictions
Activity restrictions
Things to remember
- Get lots of bed rest
- Drink plenty of fluids other than milk, such as water, apple juice, and sports drinks
- Avoid hard, spicy, or crunchy foods
Call your doctor immediately if your child has any of the following
- Bleeding in the back of the throat
- Crying without tears
- Flu-like symptoms such as headache and nausea
- A temperature over 102º F
Important phone numbers
Doctor
Name
Office phone
ENT Specialist
Name
Office phone
Nurse Practitioner
Name
Office phone