My friend had a stroke 8 days ago. He has been very confused. He has all his functions; can walk w/walker, eat etc. They have not given him any services other than hospital/medical care. He became anxious and attempted to leave as he believed he was to be discharged (part of his confusion w/stroke). When that happened, they placed him in full restraints and then moved him to Geri-psych. Hospital and doctors never notified next of kin or POA of restraints nor consulted on why moved to Geri-psych. I am shocked to see him being treated like an animal with no rights. Any advice?
This would be shocking to see as a friend, I'm sure. My heart goes out to you. Be there; be available, when your friend is discharged into a more pleasant setting.
This kind of forum can be extremely useful to those dealing with loved ones with issues of aging. If cwillie's simple question upsets you, then I think you are correct and the give-and-take of this kind of forum is just not for you. Glad you at least got one answer out of your experience.
It is not unusual for someone to experience delirium while being in the hospital... about 90% of older people have this, and around 30% of younger people who have surgery. It is quite normal. It depends on the degree of delirium and how well meds will help to control it.
Here's hoping your friend will feel better soon and probably will be transferred to rehab to help with the stroke.