1. The patient is given long gown to wear, which opens on the back. 

2. The patient is given long socks to wear so that he/she does not feel embarrassed. 

3. Lipstick and nail polish are removed. This is important because the anesthetist has to note pallor and syanosis, which will not be seen in the presence of the colour. 

4. The head is covered with a triangular bandage or a cap so that all hairs are covered. 

5. Dentures are removed. 

6. Spectacles or contact lenses are removed. 

7. All ornaments including wrist watch, bangles, etc. are removed. 

8. A label is tied around the wrist of the patient, giving the following information. 

a. Name 

b. Indoor number 

c. Doctors name 

d. Ward 

e. Diagnosis 

f. Operation to be done 

9. The patient is asked to pass urine. This avoids the risk of development of urinary tract infection during catheterization. 

10. The drugs prescribed to be given pre-operatively are given. Appropriate records are maintained of the drug administration.