I would ask surgery place if they have any after surgery care sheets? Most do . Keep in close contact with the hospital , and watch for any signs of infection ( like temperature ) . Having lots of pain med is a good idea . Maybe Oxycodone , like I had . Dont get too behind on the pain curve , always take a pill before pain comes , every 6-10 hours usually . He will need lots of help and im sure you will do great ! Tell us how everything goes . Keep positive and try and get him to walk around and be active if he at all can . God Bless ! James on Vancouver Island .