[The Oulu University Hospital has developed day case surgery for children]

After several changes the children's day surgery was moved to new premises--to the day case surgery unit. Due to these changes there was an excellent opportunity to question the former care practices and to "turn over a new leaf" in the new premises. Care is implemented according to primary nursing. The primary nurse cares for the patient/ the family from hospitalization to discharge. Individuality, family-centerdness, safety and comprehensiveness are emphasized. The personnel and the patients are satisfied with the changes in care practices.