How old should you be to visit someone in the intensive care unit of a hospital?
85230
Sorry to hear that!  I work in the ICU as an RN...I don't know what ur grandmother had, so it's difficult to say why...but we don't let anyone in under 6 yrs old.  They can be carring bug from school ect....we are protecting the patient.  We also don't want infants to be exposed to what any patients on the unit may have...Little kids really don't have a strong immune system and that goes for critically ill patient on the unit as well.  I encourage everyone over the age of six to visit...they may have to wear a mask over their nose and mouth so you don't spread germs...if we nurses feel ill, we wear a mask to keep the patients safe, also some patients are in isolation and if your grandmother was..it was probably (if the case) not to bring anything back to the baby and vise versa.  Pneumonia is a very dangerous illness, I wear a mask when dealing with these patient, you never know when someone is going to cough in your face and share their germs...Have your family member talk to someone at your church or to a counselor....I hope I helped, at least alittle...
197513
at the hospital. when boyfriend got a broken leg and high fever. he was 30 i was 17. happy? hehehehe
752256
Just write a summary of all your activities including but not limited to the ICU unit or ER and that should do it, good luck..☺
458349
About 18- 19 years old is ideal
70644
ask the hospital and or the doctors office you or the person is dealing with for the information.\nGood Luck\nGod Bless
398271
i need to know your age first. This is very important.
342640
Internists specialize in adults (patients ages 17 and up -- on into geriatrics). I use an internist. They generally have better knowledge of chronic illness. That way, if you develop diabetes or liver disease, they have the knowledge to order the best tests and manage these illnesses themselves. They can also treat you for the common cold and other general ailments.\n\nFamily practice doctors will treat newborns to geriatrics. They're a one stop shop for the whole family. They can also assist specialists in surgeries. (For example, general surgeon is going to remove your appendix, instead of using the hospital staff for assistance, they can see if your doctor is available for that date to assist.)\n\nA general practitioner is pretty much the same as a family doctor. They usually do more surgery, as the main surgeon, on their own.\n\nI would personally use a pediatrican for newborns to 16 year olds. Seventeen and up -- use an internist. Sixty-five and up, use a geriatrics specialist. (For geriatrics, the age and over all health of the patient REALLY determines whether or not they should have a Geriatrician. If a patient is 65 and in overall good health, they can still see and IM doctor [internal medicine]. If they are 55 and up and are having memory problems or seem to get around or have chronic illnesses that are more common of older patients, that would warrant a geriatrican. (examples: dementia, alzheimer's, difficulty walking, poor motor skills.)
439081
How much are you be willing to pay? \n(really though- that's too general a question. It depends on age of patient/ illness/ mobility (is he/she completely bed bound or able to be picked up by an ambulette, have a terminal condition, etc) Give me more ino and I'll refer you better.
91580
we have to know your age too...
653345
I don't care if it's ICU or the ER, everyone receiving health care today REQUIRES AN ADVOCATE!!!!.  ESPECIALLY if the patient is unable to monitor his/her own treatment, or easily voice concerns.\n\nUnless you're proving to be disruptive, i.e. loud, interrupting to staff, agitating patient, a threat of any kind to patient(s) or staff, there is no cause to require you to leave.\n\nOften, nurses (staff) appreciate a family member who can be of assistance - their loads are filled to the brim.  Just ensure that you are a benefit, not a detraction to the care being provided.
592457
i work with many transplant pt in the icus. id say most times the liver is good for about 20 years then you will need another transplant. but no worries. medicine is always progressing. i have had one pt. get a liver at age 3 then 21, and 40, came through fine each time.
960269
One step down from intensive care; so someone in a serious condition but not critical.
571152
At age 12, your daughter should have been seen with you present however some offices don't fully understand the HIPPA laws and therefore it's possible that the nurse felt your daughter had the right to a private session with the physican. With your daughter being a minor, she should never have been left unattended with the physician, being accompanied by another female staff member at the very least. While technically your physician's office did not break any rules or laws, you should attempt to talk with the physicain directly regarding your complaints. If that's not possible, then you should file a complaint with your insurance provider.
510175
Get the number for the hospital, and when you call them and ask if someone by her name is admitted there, they can tell you right off. If there is more than one hospital there, you might have to ride the phone for a bit, but if it means a lot to you, you will. Good luck!
477110
What age is family member?  The answers would vary.  But, for sure it is the family's demonstration of love to care for those who are weakened.  My father is very ill and the family has a schedule so that all participate in care and he does not need to die in a nursing home - but at home with people around who love him.\n\nI hope your loved one is well soon.
1076561
I am not sure how old or young you are but if you are old enough, you can say no to being hospitalized or have a parent/guardian say no if you aren't old enough. I know that our daughter over  4 years ago had problems when she was in 4th grade, and because at that time she was being extremely violent, and was then to go on to be diagnosed with bipolar, but she stayed one night in the emergency area. We then refused her to be hospitalized, and I stayed home with her and was with her 24 hours a day, 7 days a week until the medication kicked in and she was feeling better. She also went to a psychologist and still goes now and then, as it helps her to not only talk with us but to talk to a therapist. You have say over your own care, especially if you are at that moment of legal age, and of sound mind,etc. Good luck, just don't worry about it all, go and get the help you need! Just make sure you find yourself a good psychiatrist, referrals from friends, family members or call to your local hospital and they'll usually give you 3 names of psychiatrists. Take care of YOU!!!! You may also need a tranquilizer of some kind, and if you are continuing to have suicidal thoughts, sometimes having that major tranquilizer can calm you down until the antidepressants kick in. Please get help ASAP!!!
737464
probably about 15.. it would be best to stop in and ask.