Pediatric Surgery - Post Anesthetic Care Unit

Alberta Health Services - Edmonton Zone

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Description
Following surgery, children are monitored until they can safely be moved to a hospital room.

The child is moved to the Post Anesthetic Care Unit following surgery for monitoring until they wake up from anesthesia. PACU nurses have advanced training and certifications to make sure your child wakes up safely. Before leaving PACU, the nurses ensure that:

  • your child's pain and nausea are under control
  • your child's breathing, heart rate, blood pressure and oxygen levels are appropriate
  • your child's surgical area is ready for healing

Key Provider: pediatric anesthesiologists, pediatric surgeons, registered pediatric nurses
Eligibility
Yes, Patient's under 18 years of age.
Application Process
Service Access: By Appointment, Bring the following with you:
  • child's provincial healthcare card and birth certificate or passport
  • a list of all medicine the patient takes
  • documents required for legal consent

Referral Process: Yes,

Referral by a physician/other professional required.




Waiting Period: No,
Telephone
780-407-1633
Web Site
https://www.ahs.ca/stollery/Page15994.aspx
Languages
Interpreter/Translation services
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: No


Membership Fee: N/A
Documents Required

Referral by a physician/other professional required.

Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes -
Other disabled access: Yes - Parking stalls, ramps, elevators and washrooms.
Agency Information
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Last Verified On
July 8, 2024
Address
8440 112 Street
Edmonton, AB, T6G 2B7

This facility provides a range of healthcare services for children including a 24/7 emergency department.


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Hours of Operation
24/7
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