Care of the Dying
When the Patient is Dying
When the patient is dying
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On this page: Available help and Support Staying at the Bedside Car Parking Useful Links |
Available Help and Support
The diagnosis of a terminal illness can be as difficult to deal with both for the patient and for their loved ones. It can be a terrible shock, whether it comes after a long illness, or suddenly and unexpectedly. Our staff will do their best to provide the necessary information and support that you need.
Care at the End of Life leaflet
Please feel that you can approach our staff at any time.
This ICUsteps information sheet is for the family, a partner or friends of someone in an Intensive Care Unit. It explains what happens when someone might be at the end of life in an ICU, what to expect and what support is available.
ICUsteps - Information on end of life care in ICU for the family
Those who can help you include:
| Ward nurses and Doctors | 01225 428331 |
| Hospital chaplains | 01225 824039 |
| Palliative Care Team/ Macmillan Nurses |
Monday – Sunday 8:30am – 4:30pm
01225 825567
0345 0130 555
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| Patient Support and Complaints Team |
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 10am – 3pm; Wednesday 10am – 12 noon 01225 825656
Alternatively: 01225 428331 bleep 7476
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Car Parking
The Hospital understands that relatives and friends of patients who are dying (end of life criteria applies) may need or wish to visit for long periods of time or overnight. In this circumstance concessionary parking may be available to eligible relatives. However this is limited to one vehicle only. Registering of the vehicle will be required for eligible relatives.