A member asked:

If i am admitted into a hospital stay for an issue like an eating disorder, am i allowed to leave during the stay if i have a visit with somebody like a psychiatrist, but then return back to the hospital?

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Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

PsychiatricTreatment: I commend you for your caring for your Eating Disorder and your Emotional Health! If you had outpatient treatment with a Psychiatrist, the hospital can allow you to see your Psychiatrist, or send a staff member to accompany you. Please talk with Nurse-in charge for your need to see your Psychiatrist. You can also have Audio-Visual session with your Psychiatrist while in the hospital.

Answered 2/27/2021

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Hospitalization: Hello. I can't tell what your question is. It sounds like an understandable policy that you are able to leave the compound for legitimate purposes if you are not a danger to yourself or others, and not likely to engage in dangerous eating behaviors.

Answered 2/27/2021

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