This is Care Opinion [siteRegion]. Did you want Care Opinion [usersRegionBasedOnIP]?
Care Opinion

Waste of Time

Story from nhs.uk

"Waste of Time"

About: The Royal Victoria Infirmary

I was forced to attend the A&E and detained there under duress against my will for several hours despite my protestations. Valuable resources at the hospital and other services were unnecessarily allotted to me that could and should have been allocated to others who actually needed and wanted your valuable assistance. I however did not seek, want or need anything from your organisation.

nhs.uk logo
Do you have a similar story to tell? Tell your story & make a difference ››

Responses

Response from The Royal Victoria Infirmary 10 years ago
The Royal Victoria Infirmary

Submitted on 21/03/2014 at 09:51
Published on nhs.uk on 22/03/2014 at 03:00

We are very sorry to learn of your experience when attending the Emergency Department and wish to assure you that staff in the Emergency Department are unable to detain patients unless there is a clear and appropriate need to do so. As your posting is anonymous we are unable to comment further on your particular experience. Matron McNab in the Department would be very willing to discuss your experience should you wish to contact her in person on 0191 2336161.

  • {{helpful}} {{helpful == 1 ? "person thinks" : "people think"}} this response is helpful
Opinions
Next Response j
Previous Response k