there are no plans to contact, file complaints, have someone step in. I went through this when my father was mistreated while dying in the hospital because a pulmonary specialist did not recognize a pulmonary embolism. The hospital and his doctors did not believe what I witnessed, heard, saw, noted, reported. The apology and removal of the doctor from the group came two years later when statute of limitations expired. But not from the hospital regarding their staff. That was 20 years ago. How they react today may be different, but why create more stress? Would it make sense to cause issues and possible resentment between patient and professionals that will have your life in their hands? Their failures cost anxiety, precious time, and a lot of money, but did not injure or worsen her condition intentionally. Unless an end result will be of benefit, we have to let it go. Hard to do especially when it happens repeatedly.
We will go back in two weeks, Monday I will call to explain to his associate how upsetting and costly this was, should not have happened. I will request the doctor, the anesthesiologist we spoke with, a morning surgery, a spinal with light sedation, a pre surgery echocardiogram, a copy of all these instructions, a copy of the orders for her facility, and explain that although we were very upset, we know that they will do their best to make this surgery a success. In return, please make amends to the patient and honor her requests, put her mind at ease so there are no surprises, understanding how traumatic this is.
They moved the swearing screamer next door to her and away from the 115 year old resident. They apologized and asked Carole if she would mind, she said no, I may be a screamer one day. She is the only resident there that you ever hear, we've never heard anyone asking for help or crying. She goes 24/7 and a few months ago she was sweet, funny, and vivacious.
My friend recently had pneumonia and they saw a small spot on her lung. The CT scan showed nothing unusual, doctor ordered a PET anyway, which also showed no cancer cells. He was skeptical, so ordered an aspirated CT biopsy or something like that. Malignant. So I guess all of us that had negative scans are now wondering!! How could a PET not show the cells? Anyway, she has used a CPAP for years and that one has been found to have a remote chance to cause cancer after many years of use. So she will have a small portion of the lung removed, no additional treatment required.
See? When I settle down I can be nice-nice and rant free. Give me a day or two.
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7 comments:
Your calm approach is probably better than what I would be able to do. I do understand your reasoning though and commend you for it. I am amazed at the price of mums for the size you bought. We can get 3/$20, but in very small pots. I wish you, Mark and Carole a better week.
Hugs.
Your reasoning is more than sound...it is one reason why I would never, ever, send food back at a restaurant. And if that happened 20 years ago with your father, I suspect the lack of accountability has only deteriorated since. They likely, though, have few patient advocates who are as knowledgable about conditions, diagnoses, issues and procedures as you. Your mums are huge and will be glorious when they open. ~Robin~ (I trust you broke those three iced treats up over the 2 rides... ;-) )
Yes you are right about the reason why you sound react like you did and will do the next time.
Hope this time it will all go smoothly and they do as was said.
Your mums are great!!! Love these plants but will never buy these before the end of september.
Take care and lots of love and prayers for you all,Truus from Holland
I am impressed by your nice-nice. And your bladder control!! That's a lot of drinks woman!
Wonderful plant haul!
I hope AND pray round two will go as planned. God help you all! Mostly THEM!!
sigh... you are probably taking the right steps. Still, a way to rein in the egos and get all on the same plan would be wonderful, not just for Carole, but for all patients. Not an easy task when each doctor involved has their own specialty and focus. I hope Carole's new neighbor doesn't change her opinion of the facility. Does she have some decent noise canceling headphones? Even if not needed constantly, they might be nice to have on hand for some occasional peace and quiet.
Your new mums will be gorgeous, and $7 each!? If I could find some so nice for that price around here, I might spring for a few.
Marly: It seems it never ends for you all, I am so sorry.
So sorry to hear about your friend, how terrible to hear this that its possible to get cancer when using a CPAP for a long period of time, Mike uses a CPAP, it scares me now to hear this.
Lovely plants I love Mums, and the succulents are lovely.
Catherine
You have been dealing with so much. I admire your restraint.
Such beautiful mums for only $7. What a deal!!! They will be beautiful when in bloom.
Take good care!!!
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