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8 simple steps to keep safe during your hospital stay

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01 May 2018... This patient safety card answers your questions and makes your hospital stay as smooth, safe and comfortable as possible.

Patient controlled analgesia - PCA

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You may experience some discomfort and pain after your surgery. This card will explain to you how you can help control that discomfort or pain.

Patient safety checklist – Cosmetic surgery

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01 Dec 2022... Patient Safety Checklist to help you prepare for your cosmetic surgery.

Considering surgery to reduce the risk of ovarian cancer?

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01 Aug 2019... This information is for women at high risk of ovarian cancer. It describes the surgical procedure called Risk-Reducing Bilateral Salpingo-oophorectomy (RRBSO). It explains when the surgery is recommended, what it involves and how to manage the effects of surgery.

Elective surgery (Patient information)

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01 Aug 2019... This fact sheet explains what elective surgery is and when you can have elective surgery in a hospital in Western Australia.

Preparing for day surgery

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01 Aug 2023... A brochure to help patients prepare for day surgery. Day surgery, also known as same-day surgery, is performed when a patient can be safely discharged from the hospital on the same day they are admitted.

Planned surgery: Frequently asked questions

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01 Jun 2025... We know there’s a lot to think about before surgery. This information answers common questions about surgery – how it’s booked, what to bring, what to expect on the day, and what to do if your plans change.

Pain medicine after your caesarean section

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01 May 2025... It’s common to feel pain after surgery. This fact sheet explains how pain medicine can help and provides tips to manage any side effects like itching, nausea, and constipation.