Caring for someone recovering from a general anaesthetic or sedation
Patients may not be able to think clearly and their judgement may be affected for up to 24 hours after a general anaesthetic or sedation.
General anaesthetic infomation
You and your anaesthetic
This leaflet gives information to help you prepare for your anaesthetic. It has been written by anaesthetists working together with patients and patient representatives. It also shows you where to find other information that might be helpful.
Nerve damage after a general anaesthetic
This information is supplied by the Royal College of Anaesthetists