In the past 2 ear surgeries, my S has fallen under the "scared, confused, crying" when he comes out of sedation. So I am expecting it, and won't be worried if he reacts that way this time. Mean/lazy mom speaking here , I wish he would be the kid who goes home and wants to sleep all day instead.......
In 5 1/2 years, my kid has NEVER been the one who gets sick and spends the day sleeping. He spends it wide awake and grumpy.
S will also get to pick a stuffed animal after the surgery.