Day Surgery Unit
The Mission of the Day Surgery Unit is to provide safe, high quality nursing care, based on strong commitment to excellent clinical practice, education, innovation and teamwork.
This 20 bed purpose built Unit, with its extensive river views, provides a very comfortable, relaxed environment conducive for patient recover.
Information for Patients
Prior to admission to the Day Surgery Unit, we ask for your assistance in:
- Sending all documentation to Mercy Hospital Mount Lawley
- Ensuring that you arrange for a responsible adult to collect you from the Day Surgery Unit and stay with you overnight. If this cannot be organised, arrangements will be made for you to stay in hospital overnight as your safety is paramount.
Further Instructions for patients undergoing day procedures are outlined in the Mercy Day Surgery Brochure which can be viewed or dowloaded here.
If you have any questions about your admission, please do not hesitate to contact the Day Surgery Unit on (08) 9370 9222.
Fasting
Unless otherwise instructed by your Doctor, do not have anything to eat or drink from midnight if your surgery is in the morning, or from 7.00am if your surgery is in the afternoon. This includes sweets, chewing gum and water.
Medications
Patients should check with their anaesthetist before taking any medications on the day of your admission. Please bring all medications with you on admission.
Day of Admission
Please have a shower prior to coming to hospital. Remove any nail polish. Leave all jewellery at home. Bring health fund cards, Medicare card and concession cards with you, any Doctors letters or notes, and any relevant x-rays. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Bring a magazine or book with you.
On arrival at the Day Surgery Unit, you will be greeted by our receptionist who will confirm your admission details. A nurse will then discuss your medical history and explain what will happen during your stay in the Day Surgery Unit.
After Your Procedure
You will be closely monitored by nursing staff following your procedure. Once recovered you will be offered some light refreshment and prepared for your return home.
You are usually ready to go home two to four hours after you wake up. A nurse will provide written instructions and discuss these with both you and your carer prior to leaving the Day Surgery Unit.
After an Anaesthetic
- Take your usual medications unless otherwise instructed by your doctor.
- Abstain from drinking alcohol for twenty-four hours.
- Do not operate machinery for twenty-four hours.
- Do not drive a vehicle for twenty-four hours.
- Avoid making any important decisions or signing any important papers for twenty four hours.
At Home
One of our nurses may call you a day or two following your procedure to check on your recovery.
Please contact the Mercy Hospital Mount Lawley Day Surgery Unit on (08) 9370 9222 if you have any queries or concerns.