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I went to the psych hospital last night. I am very seriously depressed. The nurse triaged me as "low acuity." After waiting in the lobby for hours, I left because it was bitter cold in there. The nurses were okay with me leaving. A nurse had said that she was wondering what I expected them to do for me.
Wow, Rose, this is tough! I am not sure how getting an advocate would work, but it sounds like you definitely need someone to help you. Have you discussed any of this with a general doctor? It seems that he/she could help you with some type of referral.
It is terrible that the nurses are comfortable making such negative statements to patients.
I know how hard it is to stand up for yourself when you are really depressed; however, I wonder if you can call the hospital and express your dissatisfaction with the way you were treated.
Hugs,
Bluemountains
Last edited by bluemountains; Dec 27, 2011 at 05:30 PM.
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