While each Nexus Hospital is different, our standard of care is the same. If you are having a day surgery procedure, here’s what to expect.
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What to bring
- Make sure you fill out the paperwork your surgeon has given you, and bring a copy with you on your day of surgery
- Your Medicare card, and where relevant your Health Insurance membership card, Veterans’ Affairs card, and/or your Pensioner Concession card
- Your credit card or mobile phone for any out of pocket expenses and a small amount of cash if required
- Make sure you wear loose, comfortable clothing
- You will need to organise a relative or carer who can bring you home from the hospital, and stay with you overnight
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What not to bring
- Please leave all valuables at home
- Do not wear jewellery, make-up or nail polish
- Do not wear perfume or aftershave
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Admission
- Once you have signed in, a nurse will come to collect you
- If there is any delay, you will be kept well informed
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Preparation for surgery
- Before surgery you will be asked a series of questions to check we have all the details we need
- We will clearly explain what will happen next
- If required, you will then change into a surgical gown, and be taken to a bed
- Your anaesthetist will meet with you and answer any questions
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After surgery
- You will need a relative or carer to drive you home after your procedure. We are not able to send you home after your procedure without one.
- No matter how simple your procedure is, you also need someone to stay with you overnight after having an anaesthetic
