A little preparation goes a long way. Here are some guidelines that may be helpful for you.
Food preparation: It might help to have foods readily accessible or even some prepared frozen meals ready for your return home.
Normally used items: Put the things you use frequently within easy reach, whether it be in the kitchen (pots or pans), bathroom and bedroom (on the night stand). Use of disposable plates and silverware can also be a very helpful thing to do.
Reaching device: To avoid bending, a light weight grabber with an extended handle can be quite helpful. They are typically two or three feet long and can be found in pharmacies, and some home-improvement stores.
Slip-on shoes: Having a pair of slip-on sandals or shoes can be extremely helpful to avoid bending over.
Elevated toilet seat: having a higher toilet seat with side handles is very handy and allows minimal strength to sit and stand.
Nothing to eat or drink including gum, mints or water, nothing by mouth after 9:00 pm the night before your surgery. If you do have certain medications that you take on a daily basis discuss this with your patient care coordinator at the time of the call.
If you are going home the same day of your surgery you must have a responsible person stay with you for at least 24 hours after surgery.
Wear comfortable loose fitting clothes the day of your surgery.
You are welcome to bring toiletries from home to freshen up after your surgery.