Preoperative (adjective)

Relating to the period or state before surgery.

Origin:

Derived from the prefix "pre-" meaning before and the word "operative" meaning "relating to surgery," or "performing surgery".

Examples:

1. The patient will need to undergo preoperative testing before the surgery.
2. The preoperative instructions were given to the patient before the surgery.
3. She was given preoperative medication to help her relax before the surgery.
4. He was in preoperative care for a week before the surgery.
5. The preoperative diet for the patient was high in protein.