A desperate day for Archie Battersbee's parents. Even when the relationship between family & hospital is strong, these situations are heartbreaking. When trust breaks down, even more so.
Some of the media reports have been confusing, so here's a short thread about brain death /
Assess the pt and agree that their condition can be managed at home with ABx.
Phone GP and have a 2 min conversation with the duty Dr who prescribes ABx and apologies that we've been called out ๐คฆ๐ผโโ๏ธ
I love my job but sometimes it feels like I've trained for 3 years to do admin...
The fault in our system:
Pt phones GP to get antibodies for a chest infection (same symptoms they have before needing Abx).
Pt told the surgery is too busy and they will have to call 111.
111 sends 999 ambo for 'Cough/Breathing Problems'.
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At Tesco, weโve made it easier for you to recycle your soft plastics. So you can now drop off your empty crisp packets and sweet wrappers, bread bags and biscuit packets next time you drop in for your shopping. #EveryLittleHelps
Meeting people with such positivity and the most amazing outlook and attitude towards life despite the health problems it has thrown at them is such a privilege and humbling part of the job ๐๐
@4pmWineTimeBaby please can you shout-out Tasha, the absolute legend who bought us a bottle of wine after they shut the bar right in front of us at the 02. From a very appreciative Laura and @EmmyMitchell_ money has been transferred xoxo #8pmWineTimeBabyy#smalondon