Transfer of the patient to the ward

Prior to transfer, the ward nurse will come down and there should be a clear verbal handover between the nurse incharge of that patient in the recovery room and the ward nurse. The following documents should accompany the patient:

nursing record;

postoperative recovery chart;

anaesthetic record;

 operation record;

 prescription chart;

  fluid balance and temperature charts.

  The patient should be clearly identified by both the recovery room nurse and the ward nurse to ensure the correct transfer of the patient to the correct ward. The linen should be clean, and the patient comfortable and well positioned on the trolley away from pressure points