You're Kidding..........

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So we got a referral for a 600 pound man. At the hospital they have a special motorized lift and it still takes 3 people every time he moves. My admissions people actually considered admitting him! I don't have special lifts. I don't have a room that will accommodate a huge lift and a huge bed, I don't have any other bariatric equipment. Honestly he wouldn't fit through the door. And what if we had a fire? Are we supposed to drag 600 pounds down the stairs?

When will these people get it? We can't admit just anyone and expect a good outcome. I am exhausted from the daily struggle of admitting only appropriate people.

Specializes in Gerontology, Med surg, Home Health.

I wish I could leave but I have bills to pay and there aren't too many jobs around here...especially for DONs.

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