My elderly parent was transported by ambulance 4 days ago to the nearest ER…then transferred to the hospital… diagnosis is UTI, had MRI of the brain and abdominal CT scan… has kidney cysts, and a brain arteriovenus... iron levels low and hemoglobin... possible colon cancer but because of the age, risk outweighs benefit… endoscopy is recommended… but when a family member was not in the room parent said “No” but parent does not understand the procedure completely… has MCI… hospital has not changed status going on fifth day???
I have seen nothing but BAD patient care lately for seniors in the hospital, which makes my blood boil! I'm so sorry you're going thru all of this with your dear mom and I sincerely hope you can get the answers both of you deserve. Sending prayers your way that God intervenes and helps you and mom in this situation.
Advocate for her.
"Writing the complaint: Be as specific as possible in no more than two pages and provide the name, address, city and state of the accredited hospital. For more information, call the Joint Commission's toll-free number: 800-994-6610, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM CST."
The above is from online. Tell them you are calling and DO IT.
Are you the POA?
Why are they under observation?
What is the potential diagnosis?
Do you know what the delay is in diagnosing?
What does their Primary Care Physician say?
Have you talked to a Social Worker about the situation?
I'm sorry you're going through this. My experience has been that it is nearly impossible to get any solid answers when a LO is hospitalized and when you do find out anything, like your situation - all you want to know is who do you speak to to find out if she will be admitted - everybody passes the buck and nobody commits to an answer.
I hope you get answers soon.
A PET scan can diagnose cancer.
Get the patient admitted or transferred to a better hospital, like the Mayo clinic.
Otherwise, get her admitted to hospital on hospice.
I could be wrong.