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Holding Hands in Theatre
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Outline of the service When a patient is having a cataract operation under local anaesthetic it is essential that they do not move as this could have a severe impact on a very delicate procedure. So if the patient feels the need to sneeze, cough or say something he or she can squeeze the hand of a volunteer who will tell the team to stop the procedure safely. Many of the volunteers who provide this service have also had cataract operations and so can give some personal assurance to the patient throughout their visit to the hospital. Hours of service Shifts last approximately 4 hours and are scheduled in accordance with the list of patients due for surgery. Documentation |