I came to Perth Royal Infirmary stroke unit from Ninewells. The transfer was ok with no problems. I was put onto a trolley/bed and taken to bay3 where a bed space was prepared for me.
I met my nursing staff on shift. I felt a bit strange since I had no idea about treatment. However it was a surprise to find only nursing staff were available at weekends. It was also apparent that the shift was one short at night. There were a number of student nurses. I expected to see a doctor, but did not.
Bedded down for night. Slept reasonably well until morning to realize I had a catheter fitted. My experience of catheter was handy although old fashioned.
The nurses were very helpful and caring. My wife visited and asked if a doctor had seen me. Negative I admitted. A junior doctor did see me to explain the ultrasound taken in Ninewells, which was to establish the cause of narrow arteries in my neck. A further exam proved existence was correct.
I was now aware and a Consultant visited to put my mind at rest. Meanwhile I got to know my fellow patients. We had a good laugh. No physios at the weekend provided food for thought. Did the time saved equate to lack of treatment over 2 days plus the interrupted patient treatment lost? I felt neglected.
As an aside observation, why are covid tests taken? Masks and aprons worn by staff (but not by patients) seem out of date. Waste of money?
"Admission to the stroke unit"
About: Perth Royal Infirmary / Stroke Unit Perth Royal Infirmary Stroke Unit Perth PH1 1NX
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