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[PSB1]

Thought I'd treat myself to a week's long stay in a local hospital. Some woke nonsense about it being quite important to breathe.

Have simply got to say I was stunned by the incredible spirit and examples of simple kindness the staff showed to, sometimes difficult, patients. It restored my faith in people - even if oxygen levels remained stubbornly low.

Can we ever say enough times, "You are the best of us!?

 

[Rita_Poon]

Glad you are well enough to be out and doing your own thing. Having suffered pneumonia myself and not been in the best way (over a decade ago) those pesky lung infections can be rather alarming.

A much more recent stay terrified me, I needed a few days at home to recover from being admitted to the A&E overspill ward (4 days in hell).

Anyway, it's an awful shame the way the service has been pressured to failing point.

 

[Littlesue]

My brother went into hospital 3 weeks ago with suspected Sepsis and Pneumonia, the treatment on the ward was pretty poor, I went into see him the one day and he was desperate to go on the loo, he had been ringing the bell for 20 mins and I went out to tell them and they said they would see to him when they were available, sadly it was too late and my brother messed the bed, it was everywhere, up his arms and hands where he had tried to hold it in. They had no choice then to come in and clean him down, when they had finished I went back in and it was still in his fingernails. I filled a bowl of water and he did his best to get it out. For 2 weeks no one told us what was going on and when myself or my younger brother asked we were told by the Nurses we would have to ask the Doctor as they couldn't tell us.
On Tuesday we had a call to come in quickly as they were transferring him to Critical care, sadly when we got there his organs were failing and had had two Cardiac Arrests, they kept him going for a few more hours but sadly they switched his machines off as they said he wouldn't recover.

 

[Rita_Poon]

oh sue that is terrible, what an awful time, I'm sorry for you and your bro's loss. I expect it has been a huge shock.

 

[Littlesue]

oh sue that is terrible, what an awful time, I'm sorry for you and your bro's loss. I expect it has been a huge shock.

Yes, My Mom 89 so a shock for her as I suppose you always expect to go before your children xx

 

[COYBL25]

My brother went into hospital 3 weeks ago with suspected Sepsis and Pneumonia, the treatment on the ward was pretty poor, I went into see him the one day and he was desperate to go on the loo, he had been ringing the bell for 20 mins and I went out to tell them and they said they would see to him when they were available, sadly it was too late and my brother messed the bed, it was everywhere, up his arms and hands where he had tried to hold it in. They had no choice then to come in and clean him down, when they had finished I went back in and it was still in his fingernails. I filled a bowl of water and he did his best to get it out. For 2 weeks no one told us what was going on and when myself or my younger brother asked we were told by the Nurses we would have to ask the Doctor as they couldn't tell us.
On Tuesday we had a call to come in quickly as they were transferring him to Critical care, sadly when we got there his organs were failing and had had two Cardiac Arrests, they kept him going for a few more hours but sadly they switched his machines off as they said he wouldn't recover.

Sadly where you end up getting treated and who treats you / the standard of care seems to be a complete lottery.

My missus is an experienced specialist nurse, loves her job and is very conscience.

Her boss ( 62k a year ) however couldn’t give a toss about her staff or patients.

Her working day consists of avoiding as much work as she can, she can’t use the computer ( can’t be arsed learning how to, so she doesn’t keep records !!!! ) Coming in late, having as many fag breaks as she can, going home as early as she can, fiddling her leave, so she gets more than she’s entitled to or not recording it all !!!

My missus has done everything she can to flag this up to the senior managers, but they’re all terrified of her boss, as she threatens them with lawyers the moment anyone goes near her.

This is one example and from what my missus says, most departments within her hosy, have at least one member of staff like this and it would appear unless they get caught stealing or misusing drugs, that they’re unsackable.

Staff can’t whistle blow, as if they do that’s their own career over and also run the risk of the hospital execs starting a witch hunt against them.

There’s something called “ the patient charter “

Have a look at it, as it’ll explain how to voice your concerns and misgivings about the standard of care that your brother received.

It may help you ?

 

[Littlesue]

Sadly where you end up getting treated and who treats you / the standard of care seems to be a complete lottery.

My missus is an experienced specialist nurse, loves her job and is very conscience.

Her boss ( 62k a year ) however couldn’t give a toss about her staff or patients.

Her working day consists of avoiding as much work as she can, she can’t use the computer ( can’t be arsed learning how to, so she doesn’t keep records !!!! ) Coming in late, having as many fag breaks as she can, going home as early as she can, fiddling her leave, so she gets more than she’s entitled to or not recording it all !!!

My missus has done everything she can to flag this up to the senior managers, but they’re all terrified of her boss, as she threatens them with lawyers the moment anyone goes near her.

This is one example and from what my missus says, most departments within her hosy, have at least one member of staff like this and it would appear unless they get caught stealing or misusing drugs, that they’re unsackable.

Staff can’t whistle blow, as if they do that’s their own career over and also run the risk of the hospital execs starting a witch hunt against them.

There’s something called “ the patient charter “

Have a look at it, as it’ll explain how to voice your concerns and misgivings about the standard of care that your brother received.

It may help you ?

Yes the hospital have a complaints procedure so we dealing with it that way. Thanks

 

[tommye]

Thought I'd treat myself to a week's long stay in a local hospital. Some woke nonsense about it being quite important to breathe.

Have simply got to say I was stunned by the incredible spirit and examples of simple kindness the staff showed to, sometimes difficult, patients. It restored my faith in people - even if oxygen levels remained stubbornly low.

Can we ever say enough times, "You are the best of us!?

Hope you're feeling better real soon pal.

The vast majority of NHS staff are quite simply the very best of us. The dedication they show to caring and helping surpasses mere words of praise.

Angels, every last one of 'em

 

[jaycee]

Everybody has their own stories of the NHS,just over 2 years ago I got home from work, felt something wasn't right,ended up in hospital having a serious operation and was kept in for just over two weeks, while in there I was treated with kindness, dignity and humour, from the cleaner upto the consultant I couldn't fault them
While on a ward of 4 people, to of the patients were basically whiney self entitled bellends, I could have happily choked both, the nurses just got on with it treating them with humour
Since getting out I tend to go the hospital once/twice a month and again couldn't fault the treatment I get, also currently getting a home visit once a week, again brilliant people

 

[Bedfordblue]

My brother went into hospital 3 weeks ago with suspected Sepsis and Pneumonia, the treatment on the ward was pretty poor, I went into see him the one day and he was desperate to go on the loo, he had been ringing the bell for 20 mins and I went out to tell them and they said they would see to him when they were available, sadly it was too late and my brother messed the bed, it was everywhere, up his arms and hands where he had tried to hold it in. They had no choice then to come in and clean him down, when they had finished I went back in and it was still in his fingernails. I filled a bowl of water and he did his best to get it out. For 2 weeks no one told us what was going on and when myself or my younger brother asked we were told by the Nurses we would have to ask the Doctor as they couldn't tell us.
On Tuesday we had a call to come in quickly as they were transferring him to Critical care, sadly when we got there his organs were failing and had had two Cardiac Arrests, they kept him going for a few more hours but sadly they switched his machines off as they said he wouldn't recover.

Sincere condolences Sue.
I had the missfortune of having really poor treatment in a hospital after a botched op many years ago, resulting in critical care and fortunately a transfer to another hospital. The treatment and nursing staff were like night and day in terms of care.
When you are in bad one it can be a most demoralising, hopeless experience.
Truly sorry for your loss.

 

[notrevE5]

My brother went into hospital 3 weeks ago with suspected Sepsis and Pneumonia, the treatment on the ward was pretty poor, I went into see him the one day and he was desperate to go on the loo, he had been ringing the bell for 20 mins and I went out to tell them and they said they would see to him when they were available, sadly it was too late and my brother messed the bed, it was everywhere, up his arms and hands where he had tried to hold it in. They had no choice then to come in and clean him down, when they had finished I went back in and it was still in his fingernails. I filled a bowl of water and he did his best to get it out. For 2 weeks no one told us what was going on and when myself or my younger brother asked we were told by the Nurses we would have to ask the Doctor as they couldn't tell us.
On Tuesday we had a call to come in quickly as they were transferring him to Critical care, sadly when we got there his organs were failing and had had two Cardiac Arrests, they kept him going for a few more hours but sadly they switched his machines off as they said he wouldn't recover.

So sorry to hear that Sue, you've been through a very unwanted and bad experience

 

[bigjonny]

My brother went into hospital 3 weeks ago with suspected Sepsis and Pneumonia, the treatment on the ward was pretty poor, I went into see him the one day and he was desperate to go on the loo, he had been ringing the bell for 20 mins and I went out to tell them and they said they would see to him when they were available, sadly it was too late and my brother messed the bed, it was everywhere, up his arms and hands where he had tried to hold it in. They had no choice then to come in and clean him down, when they had finished I went back in and it was still in his fingernails. I filled a bowl of water and he did his best to get it out. For 2 weeks no one told us what was going on and when myself or my younger brother asked we were told by the Nurses we would have to ask the Doctor as they couldn't tell us.
On Tuesday we had a call to come in quickly as they were transferring him to Critical care, sadly when we got there his organs were failing and had had two Cardiac Arrests, they kept him going for a few more hours but sadly they switched his machines off as they said he wouldn't recover.

Sorry to hear that Sue, my condolences to you and all your family.

 

[Groucho]

Thought I'd treat myself to a week's long stay in a local hospital. Some woke nonsense about it being quite important to breathe.

Have simply got to say I was stunned by the incredible spirit and examples of simple kindness the staff showed to, sometimes difficult, patients. It restored my faith in people - even if oxygen levels remained stubbornly low.

Can we ever say enough times, "You are the best of us!?

Main thing is you’re happy.

Worked in a clinical role for 25 years now and while I don’t claim it’s perfect, it’s really really great.

My brother went into hospital 3 weeks ago with suspected Sepsis and Pneumonia, the treatment on the ward was pretty poor, I went into see him the one day and he was desperate to go on the loo, he had been ringing the bell for 20 mins and I went out to tell them and they said they would see to him when they were available, sadly it was too late and my brother messed the bed, it was everywhere, up his arms and hands where he had tried to hold it in. They had no choice then to come in and clean him down, when they had finished I went back in and it was still in his fingernails. I filled a bowl of water and he did his best to get it out. For 2 weeks no one told us what was going on and when myself or my younger brother asked we were told by the Nurses we would have to ask the Doctor as they couldn't tell us.
On Tuesday we had a call to come in quickly as they were transferring him to Critical care, sadly when we got there his organs were failing and had had two Cardiac Arrests, they kept him going for a few more hours but sadly they switched his machines off as they said he wouldn't recover.

The first paragraph isn’t good enough at all. You need to speak to the hospital about that.

 

[BainesontoastNEW]

I'd imagine a few views on the NHS would change if those critical (without reason) were surrounded by death each day. If you've ever encountered death, you'll understand. From the consultants to the porters, all angels in my book.

 

[Goat]

Spent a few days in Aintree a few weeks ago, the staff on the main are great, some of them are utter biffs tho, but ALL of them are massively overworked, but hey, at least we can still send Israel bombs hey.