pathway Fontan Operation Surgery 0 hour Breathing Tube Begin weaning your child off breathing tube Pain medication (Opioids) 12 Hours Negative fluid balance Begin IV diuretics Take out urinary catheter 1 Day Take out breathing tube when ready 2 Days Blood pressure medicines Stop inotropic support and blood pressure medication Move to cardiology unit Meet your new team 3 Days Change pain medicines by mouth 6 Days Prepare for go home Chest tube /tubes removed 7 Days When ready to go home Home care
Fontan Operation