Available in English.

Appropriate for ANY surgery. No specific mention to surgical type or post op protocol is included.

Categories of questions asked:

• DVT and infection check ins
• Incision care check ins
• Use of assistive device
• ROM/strength progress
• Pain medication use
• Functional progress
• Pain/symptom experience
• Weekly progress update (perceived improvement/progress)

Example of questions:

Hi [patient name]!

As you know blood clots and infections are RARE, but very concerning if they do occur following a surgery. Should you EVER experience unexpected shortness of breath, new onset of calf pain/swelling, or a fever please reach out to your surgical team ASAP. Do you feel comfortable recognizing these signs? Please reply YES or NO

Hi [patient name]!

Any new drainage (bleeding, seeping) from your incision? Reply YES or NO - please elaborate if yes!