My relative was admitted to ward 104 after a very sudden diagnosis. They passed away very quickly but during their time spent in ward 104, lay in pain for hours on end with no one helping.
They was very uncomfortable and was lying with their feet crushed against the edge of her bed. No position changed for over 24hrs. They lay in the same nightgown for 2 days straight, no one had been in to wash them because they was too sore, yet no one would get them prescribed anything for the pain.
Family had to constantly ask the nurses and healthcare assistants to do the basic needs that we shouldn’t have to.
Although our relative's passing was extremely peaceful and we’re extremely grateful we got to spend that time with them, I can’t help but feel they was let down so badly by the ward.
"Poor basic care failed"
About: Aberdeen Royal Infirmary / Gastroenterology (Stomach and Gut) Aberdeen Royal Infirmary Gastroenterology (Stomach and Gut) AB25 2ZN
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