Angry over lack of proper care by a nurse

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Specializes in med/surg, TELE,CM, clinica[ documentation.

I am not sure of how to write this but I am angry/hurt/upset over what I consider substandard care of my MOM. She was in a CVU and showed definite changes that pointed to a stroke and her nurse didn't address it. :angryfireFurthermore, she didn't even know why she was in the CVU or that she was becoming more hypotensive by the minute. :oI found my MOM to be obtunded, not lethargic and I admit it, I kind of flipped out over it but it got the attention of this nurse. My MOM had a massive cerebellar stroke and she died on JAN 12th. I am angry because this nurse just didn't seem to care-- was inattentive, rude, preoccupied and condescending. I just want her to never ever treat another family or patient in this manner. She obviously had a "bad day" or just is clueless but don't work in critical care if you aren't going to pay attention to your "2" assigned patients. How can you not know why someone is in your unit--- that is why we get report. Don't try to blame the nurse on the shift before yours for your inattentiveness and if the patient shows changes --tell someone-- find out why-- don't just assume that because they were elderly they were out of it. My Mom was living alone before she went in the hospital and she was 85. I am angry but I also just miss her so much:madface:

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nurse gracie, im terribly sorry for the lose of your mom. you must be going thru a lot. you really need to take some time for yourself before you open that can of worms. you should most definitly do something about it but it may prove to be a lot this soon. i cant even imagine how you must feel. my thoughts are with you. good luck.

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i'm really sorry about your mom. :icon_hug::icon_hug::icon_hug::icon_hug::icon_hug:

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Do everything in your power to make sure this incompetent nurse gets educated. It will be therapeutic for you and helpful for her future patients

and families.

I'm very sorry about your Mom.

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Specializes in LTC, case mgmt, agency.

]{{{ HUGS }}} So sorry to hear about your loss. You must be going through alot of grieving and anger right now. Before you rush into anything take the time to grieve for your loss.:heartbeat Maybe a polite letter stating how you felt as a family member would help.

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My sincere condolences on your loss.

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Specializes in Neuro ICU and Med Surg.

Nurse Gracie,

I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. :icon_hug::icon_hug::icon_hug:

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Specializes in ICU of all kinds, CVICU, Cath Lab, ER..

My sincere condolensces. I completely understand. It is extremely difficult in this latest "nursing shortage"..the worst nurses are kept on by the hospital. I swear it's true (seems that way)...I call it "warm body, nursing license in hand" hiring.

Anyway, I miss my parents sooooo much...and my older brother was found dead and so I am grieving again.

My prayers are with you. Walk6miles

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Specializes in EMS, ER, GI, PCU/Telemetry.

i am sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. sending some prayers and support your way. i wish you peace and strength during this time.

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I'm sorry for your loss ...

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Specializes in Critical Care.

My condolences to you on your loss. :-(

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Specializes in Assisted Living Nurse Manager.

I am so sorry for the loss of your mother, my prayers are with you during this difficult time ((((hugs)))).

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