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This workshop led by Anna Vandenberg, Perioperative Services Manager, explores best practices in managing same-day surgeries, particularly focusing on cholecystectomy procedures. Participants will learn about preoperative management, pain management strategies, and post-operative care essentials. The training emphasizes effective communication, the importance of social history, and thorough assessments to ensure patient medical suitability. Tools for effective discharge planning and community support roles are also covered, enhancing overall patient care and reducing cancellations.
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Victorian Sameday Surgery Workshop Anna Vandenberg Perioperative Services Manager
History • Cholecystectomy • Admission • Preoperative management • Post-operative management • Pain management • Mobilisation • Discharge
Referral Process • Surgeon assessment in outpatients or rooms • Medically suitable • Social history suitable • Noting “day case” on request for admission form
Triage Health Questionnaire • Social situation • Previous medical history • Language • BMI <35 • Age <70 • Distance from hospital
Preadmission - Nursing • Invite carer to attend with patient • General overview / physical presentation • Baseline observations, ECG, medications • Check HQ and clarify points • Education • Brochures
Preadmission (Cont) • Active listening. • Conversation. • “When I was in hospital last time….” • “My friend had…..” • Interview with carer to discuss home situation. • Understand process and involvement.
Preadmission - Medical • Previous history • Current symptoms • Systems review • Medication check • Social history
Referral to Hospital In The Home • HITH nurse will meet patient in preadmission • HITH responsibilities • Contact numbers • Selection criteria • Obtain consent • Complete home visiting staff risk assessment form
Discharge Planning • Carer to pick up • Responsibilities at home • Support for medication • Access to bathroom
Carer Information Responsibilities • Organise household • Pick up & stay with patient for 24 hours • Assist with medication • Assist with hygiene • Seek medical assistance if necessary
Day of Procedure - education • Arrival time • Fasting instructions • Preparation for theatre • Anaesthetic preparation • Recovery room • Day surgery clinical pathway
Discharge Expectations – • Time for discharge • Discomfort and management • Nausea and management • Discharge criteria met HITH visit prior to discharge
Process for Same Day Surgery • Application across all surgery specialties • Education • Appropriate support personnel – personal and organisational • Access to one point of contact for patients
COMMUNICATION Achieves • Win – Win outcomes • Early treatment • Reduction in cancellations • Waiting list management • Theatre utilisation • UNDERSTANDING