4.

Prepare your discharge instructions for a 6-year old child who has undergone surgery
removing a Chalazion from her eyelid.

 Instruct the patient to Avoid rubbing the eye.

Inform the patient and the significant other for the ff discharge instructions:
Eating and drinking
 After the anesthetic, your child can start eating a light diet such as sandwiches, pasta, soup or
jelly. Avoid fatty or junk food.
Nausea and vomiting
 Do not worry if your child feels sick or vomits once or twice after leaving hospital.
 If they vomit or feel sick, stop giving food for about one hour. Then try a light diet if your
child can manage it without feeling ill.
 If your child keeps vomiting, please call your child's surgeon (number at the end of this page)
or your nearest hospital emergency department.
Wound care
 A small amount of discharge from the eye is common for a few days.
 You can clean this with saline water (sterile salt water) or with clean water and a clean face
washer or cloth.
 The eyes may look red for about two to four weeks.
 Sunglasses may help if your child is feeling sensitive to light.
 Remember to use eye medication as directed if it is prescribed.
 Your child's tears may be blood-stained red for the first few days. Don't be alarmed by this as it is
quite normal.
Activity
 Your child can return to their normal activity when they're ready.
 Your child should not take part in any contact or competitive team sports for at least one week
after the operation.
 Your child should not go swimming for two weeks.
Pain relief
 Paracetamol can be given at home every four to six hours for one to two days if needed. Read the
packaging for the correct dose for your child according to their age. Ask for help if you are
unsure. Do not give any medicine with paracetamol in it more than four times in 24 hours.
 For more severe pain call your child's surgeon or see your family doctor.
Follow-up
 Arrange a follow-up appointment as discussed with your child's surgeon. 
 Contact your child's eye surgeon if you have any questions or concerns about their care at home.