When you arrive at the ward, you will be met by the ward clerk or the nurse assigned to provide your care for that shift. The nurses primarily concerned with your care on each shift will introduce themselves to you when they come on duty and work in partnership with you during your stay. You will generally remain on this ward for the time of your hospital stay but may be transferred to a different room.
Canterbury DHB grounds and premises are smokefree at all times because smoking is considered both a health and fire hazard, Canterbury District Health Board does not permit smoking in its hospitals or grounds. Smoking cessation advice is available from a number of trained staff in many areas who are able to assist you to become smoke free.
Canterbury DHB grounds and premises are smokefree at all times because smoking is considered both a health and fire hazard, Canterbury District Health Board does not permit smoking in its hospitals or grounds. Smoking cessation advice is available from a number of trained staff in many areas who are able to assist you to become smoke free.
