I am extremely lucky that University Hospitals Plymouth have an excellent Intensive Care rehabilitation team. Patients are supported throughout their time in hospital and once discharged, continue to receive support in their recovery through follow up communications and multi-disciplinary team appointments. Patients also have access to psychological support through only one of a few psychologists... Continue Reading →
Before reading this, I think (although I can't be certain!) that this episode occurred when I was becoming more conscious and possibly my last day or 2 on ICU. Sections marked with an * asterix I believe actually happened. Apologies if it's confusing! I'm in a very bright place. It's a very confusing situation but... Continue Reading →
I laid in a bed - I had my own room and a door was in front of me, to the left. Through the door I could see into some sort of kitchen and communal living area. Beyond that was a large, grand entranceway to external doors. When I got my bearings, I guessed it... Continue Reading →
I was now in a very bright, well light room.....in a car showroom! It seemed the ICU was full and this was on overspill ward - I could see the hospital across the car park!! My bed was tucked out of the way, next to a reception desk. The office staff came in and were... Continue Reading →
From Delirium to Reality 