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Can you tell me how to stop being so nervous for my open surgery tomorrow?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

It is normal to feel: Nervous. Work to de-stress. If you can find a quiet place - do so. Breath in slowly ; deeply through your nostrils. Fill your lungs with air (but not to the point of discomfort). Hold for a count of five then slowly begin to exhale through an open mouth. Repeat at least 12 times, longer if you need to.

Answered 12/19/2020

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