Question 1

can a hospital refuse care to a deathly ill person?

Accepted Answer

Not in USA: The federal law termed emtala mandates that you can go to any hospital emergency room and by law have to be treated irregardless of your monetary status until you are determined to be stable.  They may discharge you at that point, but not before.

Question 2

what's a family advisory council in a children's hospital?

Accepted Answer

See below:: The family advisory council is composed of family members of patients and hospital staff to provide feedback, guidance and creativity for the hospital staff, ensuring that the voice of families is heard in decisions that can impact them. Misson: to create a partnership with hospital personnel to insure families receive sensitive, comprehensive, compassionate and family-inclusive services.

Question 3

what do you suggest if my friend is sick and the hospital has given up?

Accepted Answer

Support: Moral and social support and comfort care is very important in terminal illness.

Question 4

what would be a good way for me to go about volunteering in a childrens hospital?

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Call: In my professional experience, every hospital has had a volunteer coordinator who oversees the volunteer programs.  Volunteers usually have to be screened and undergo some training once (and if) chosen.  It is a beautiful thing for a person to do and i strongly suggest you call the hospital and explore how their programs work.

Question 5

what would be your qualifications for working as a volunteer in a children's hospital?  what would you look for?

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Generally: Someone who is understanding, compassionate, lots of patience , personable, always have a smile on his face, someone who listens, and love unconditionally.Someone who is uplifting , mature and responsible with a positive attitude! someone who is a team player, is also important.

Question 6

how sick do i have to be to go to hospital?

Accepted Answer

It depends: It depends on judgement of your physician. However, if there are lots of hospitals in your area, you might be more likely to be admitted than if there were only few hospitals.

Question 7

what's a bereavement program in a children's hospital?

Accepted Answer

See below:: It usually is present to facilitate and support healthy grieving for patients, families, and significant others before, during, and after death, and to educate and support the staff who provide their care. It provides a clearing house for information, resources, and support regarding grief, loss, dying, and death. Support is available in a variety of ways for patients, families, and staff.

Question 8

do children usually have behavior changes during a hospital stay?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A predictable schedule and repeat reassurance and hugs will hasten recovery.

Question 9

what is a good hospital care package gift for sick family members?

Accepted Answer

Relieve boredom: If the patient is well enough, providing things to decrease boredom are very helpful. Also cards and notes, informing them that they are being thought of even if you can not visit are important.

Question 10

what to do if i continue getting sick, should i go back to the hospital?

Accepted Answer

Vague question: Yes, if you don't feel well and continue getting sick, then you can go back to the hospital.  But many chronic or recurring conditions can be taken care of effectively as an outpatient by your PCP or specialist.

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