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Endoscopy services at University Health System

Endoscopy Walkthrough

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Step 1

Upon arrival, all patients register 1st floor, Admission Dept. Then are directed to take the "C" elevator to the 2nd floor and take the first right into the "registration office". The registration office is located by the "C" elevator on the 2nd floor.

2

A sign-in sheet is located at the front desk. Sign-in on the sheet provided and have a seat.

3

The secretary will call your name and direct you to the front desk where she will obtain additional information needed to complete your registration. After you have been registered, have a seat in the waiting area. The secretary will call the Endoscopy Center to let them know that you have been registered.

4

A member of the Endoscopy Center staff will come to the waiting area to get you.

5

The staff member will take you to the changing area and tell you what clothing needs to be removed. They will provide you with gowns and instruct you on how to wear them.

6

You will then be placed on a stretcher. A physical assessment and a medical history will be taken and an I.V. will be started to prepare you for the procedure.

7

The physician will explain the procedure and answer any questions you have. He or she will have you sign a consent form for the procedure.

8

You will then be positioned, sedated and the procedure will be performed.

9

After the procedure is completed, you will be taken to the Observation Area.

10

In the observation area, your vital signs will be monitored and you will be given juice. Once you are tolerating fluids, your vital signs are stable and you are able to walk without assistance, you will be dismissed.

11

Upon dismissal, the nurse will review the procedure findings and discharge instructions with you and your family member/companion. They will also answer any questions that you may have at that time.

12

Once dismissed, you are then free to leave with your family member/companion.

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