I can't add to the excellent advice you have already received except to say,
"Ditto," but wanted to let you know I was thinking you. I'm glad you were able
to start taking steps on these issues. These days the patient really has to be
informed and on top of things. It shouldn't be that way, but it is, human
nature being what it is. I feel for those poor folks who are in hospital and
nursing homes and unaware of what they are being given or unable to do or say
anything about it.
I just cannot understand why a dr. would be reluctant to let a patient see his
or her records. Not only does a patient have that right, but the patient needs
to be informed (it seems usually when you do see another dr. or specialist,
they ask you, the patient, about your case, what meds you have been on, etc.,
instead of looking at the paperwork). They have to be aware of how easily
mistakes can be made and it seems like they should want to clarify things.
I can understand being cautious about making a formal complaint concerning the
one nurse while still in the hospital. Hard to say if she just has a quirky,
weird personality or is just plain sadistic. On the other hand, as you said,
you don't want her doing this to other patients, and it would probably be good
not to let too much time pass between the incidents and the reports.
Do you have any family members who could help stand up for you? Whether you do
or not, you are doing a good job yourself, though it is hard to face these
battles when you are not well in the first place.
I'm so sorry you have to go through all this!! Hopefully some good changes
will be made soon.
Love and prayer,
Barbara H.