The gown covers the patient to the knee. However, lying on the bed right by the corridor, the urine collection bag is in full view of every passer-by. Try pulling the curtain across a little and it is instantly dragged back by any and every worker. No blanket supplied to cover the patient, not just for decency but for warmth. Ended up draping own clothes over lower body.
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About: King George Hospital King George Hospital Ilford IG3 8YB
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