My frail 96 year old husband was admitted to ward 18 at Arrowe Park after a severe nose bleed. Whilst on the ward he asked for a drink but this never arrived. There was no water at his bedside. He has one kidney and must not get dehydrated. Whilst in the ward he had a fall, despite being in the care of the nursing staff who had been warned that he was frail and unsteady on his feet. When he got home he was so thirsty he just kept asking for water. I am frankly horrified that basic human needs such as having water to drink were not being catered for. Surely this is the first thing that staff need to ensure is in place once a patient is on the ward. I am now very worried in case he needs to be admitted again .
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About: Arrowe Park Hospital Arrowe Park Hospital Wirral CH49 5PE
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