They might have told you but you don't remember. Happens to me every time I have a procedure. I would swear up and down, nobody tells me nothin'. Truth is, they do tell me, but the drugs linger in me and I am not in my right mind until hours after I get home. DH assures me that yes they did tell me and also gave me written instructions, which they read to me and I nodded and agreed I understood perfectly.
From first hand experience watching my hubby and my father in law go through different heart procedures I can say that it does get better. The initial drag after surgery is the worst part. I know it sounds like an eternity right now but resting for about a week without placing any expectations on yourself is a healthy starting point. If you feel like doing short walks sooner than by all means do it but you'll start feeling more equipped to push yourself after a few days and even more after you make it passed the one week hurdle.
