Having brought my elderly parent in to ED for the second time (being told to return due to worsening symptoms), I have been advised I am not allowed into the hospital clinic with them despite them being forgetful and elderly and possibly not being able to describe all their symptoms accurately. My parent requested that I stay with them to assist discussing their health issue. They were in a lot of pain and quite visibly unsettled when advised I would not be allowed with them.
I understand there are concerns around Covid at this time however I find this unnecessary and possibly detrimental to my parent’s health and wellbeing. I was permitted to be with them when they were seen through ED and admitted to the short stay unit a couple days before, so am unsure what policy has changed in that time.
"Support person for elderly patient"
About: Fiona Stanley Hospital / Emergency Department Fiona Stanley Hospital Emergency Department Murdoch 6150
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