I presented to ED last week at 12noon with atypical stroke symptoms, I had been sent over after speaking with GP. Within 30 mins of arriving in ED, I was seen by triage, the stroke team arrived to ED, assessed me, and I was on my way for CT scan. It was so quick and a very overwhelming experience, but thanks to Nola and Michael nurses from Ward 40, I was fully aware of what was happening and when. Nola held my hand for the whole assessment. Following CT I was ushered for MRI quite quickly to rule out further complications. Thankfully there was nothing sinister to my condition and I was sent home by 4pm.
I was so impressed with the speed and conviction of the team, they absolutely knew their job down to a tee.
Thanks Nola and Michael for making what was a really scary experience all the better for me and my partner.
"impressed by team"
About: Altnagelvin Area Hospital / Emergency department Altnagelvin Area Hospital Emergency department Londonderry BT47 6SB Older people's healthcare / Stroke Unit Ward 40 Older people's healthcare Stroke Unit Ward 40 Londonderry BT47 6SB
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