Hinchingbrooke Hospital 2023-12-14 Person 4 5 0

I was admitted for a right total hip replacement and had a one-night stay on Birch Ward, My husband and I were welcomed by a ward clerk and show to my allocated bed with an explanation of who would be caring for me and that I would receive prompt visits from my consultant, theatre staff etc. This happened promptly as she had described and as I was first on the theatre list I didn't have time for anxiety. The theatre team were wonderful and particularly so as I had opted not to receive sedation. All proceeded as had been explained and the care given post operatively prior to my return to Birch Ward and on Birch Ward was excellent. There was a slight delay in being discharged whilst waiting for my prescribed medications from Pharmacy. After discharge I was confused by the several medications for pain relief i.e. what to take but I am sure not all were required at once. I decided to revert back to Co-codamol which I had been prescribed in the community and which I understood it's effects on me. Perhaps this could have been managed better although I know I could have telephoned the ward for assistance. The Hip Replacement Booklet has been very helpful in the lead up to surgery and post operatively along with the therapy exercises,