Admission time was mid morning and I was advised that we would be at the hospital 3 to 4 hours, As that would give a discharge time of mid afternoon. I decided it was OK for my spouse to drive me home (an hour drive) during daylight as they were not comfortable driving at night on strange roads and the forecast weather conditions. On arrival at the hospital I was informed that my operation time was set 15 minutes before my original discharge time, and I would be discharged by night time. Surgery was delayed and I was discharged at night meaning my spouse had to drive me home in the dark in inclement weather. I realise that there is a priority list and that delays can occur. Had I been informed prior to admission that my surgery was not scheduled until later in the day I would have made alternate arrangements to have an other family member drive me home. This may seem like a minor problem but when you are dealing with senior citizens these issues can be magnified. I feel that the problem could have been avoided with a little more accurate pre-admission communication. While I was at the hospital I was well looked after and kept informed.
"Admission / Communication"
About: Bentley Hospital Bentley Hospital Bentley 6102
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