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Location |
Blyth Community Hospital |
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Ward Name / Number |
Blyth ward, Blyth Community Hospital |
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Direct dial telephone number |
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Location of ward
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Ground floor, near dining room. |
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Type of ward |
Provides orthopaedics, elderly care and palliative care |
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Ward visiting times |
Between 10am and 7pm |
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What patients may need to know about the daily routine on the ward
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Patients are encouraged to wear sensible footwear and day clothes. Relatives should bring in toiletries and should be aware that the patient’s laundry is to be done by them. A hairdresser comes to the ward twice a week- all day on a Monday and on a Wednesday afternoon. There is a small charge for this service. Relatives should let the nursing know if they want to be involved in aspects of the patient’s care such as their personal hygiene or at mealtimes. |
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Are children welcome? |
Yes. However there is no (visiting) by children under 12 |
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Is there flexibility in visiting? |
None |
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Are the numbers restricted? |
one nominated visitor per patient |
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Protected meal times |
12.30-1.30pm and 5pm - 6pm and relatives are welcome to help the patient with their meal. |
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Time of consultant rounds |
Tuesday 9am - 1pm. |
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Ward Manager’s name |
Suzanne Burbidge |
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When is the best time for relatives to contact the ward to check on patient? |
After 11am |
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Ward Perfomance |
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