I came into the Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) department with a sore leg and no understanding of why.
They were amazing - scanning for a DVT which was confirmed. Then, being conscientious, they requested a chest Xray to see there was nothing else to worry about - and this showed a Pulmonary Embulism (PE).
They also did an ECG to check my heart. They were thorough and professional but still went out of their way to be compassionate. I was regularly offered food and a cuppa. The lead nurse even went out of his way to get me a vegetarian sandwich. Five stars out of five - thank you, team xx
"Thorough, professional and compassionate"
About: North Devon District Hospital / Medical Assessment Unit (Alexandra Ward) North Devon District Hospital Medical Assessment Unit (Alexandra Ward) Barnstaple EX31 4JB
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