I am writing in regards to my parent who is currently in ICU at Maroondah Hospital.
My parent was in hospital about to get discharged when they had onset abdominal pain. Rushed into surgery after CT showed perforated bowel and presenting as septic.
Two more emergency surgeries later, induced coma for some weeks on kidney dialysis and a tracheostomy, I feel my parent needs me to be able to visit for their mental and physical state. I believe this would increase their chances greatly of pulling through this absolutely devasting situation.
I understand during these uncertain times policies have been put in place to protect patients and the community. In my opinion, there has to be some way to get an exemption to be able to visit. To be told only end of life visits only devasted me.
My parent is going to be in ICU for some time. I feel for them to make this, they must have family support and presence. I'm afraid if not they may not make it.
I will not stop asking or persisting in this matter.
Please advise on what can be done to get an exemption for visits for myself under full PPE.
I am my parent's child and also their carer.
Many thanks.
"Parent critical in ICU"
About: Maroondah Hospital / Intensive Care Unit Maroondah Hospital Intensive Care Unit Ringwood East 3135
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