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it depends,if you had the time to wait with her than you probably should of.now if it was not a life threatening matter and you had to go to work than that's not a big deal.in other words if you're gonna drop her off and go home and do nothing than that's not right.
Is it being a jerk of a husband if you drop your wife off at the emergency room instead of going in with her if it's a non life threatening illness?
Keep in mind the I have taken my wife to the ER 3 other times in the past for non life threatening illness.
For those of you who have never been to the ER for non life threatening illness, its at least a 4 hour trip.
Actually, yes. However, I would probably call you something a little harsher if the mods would allow it.
What do you define as a life-threatening illness? And what could you possibly have to do that's more important than your wife's health?
My wife has been to the emergency room 3 times during our 17-year marriage, and I wouldn't dream of leaving her side.
First, you're there to be a source of support during a scary time.
Second, you're there to help her out. You know, get her something to drink, go check at the nurse's station, etc. etc.
Third, if a problem does arise you might be called upon to make a decision as her immediate family member. Do you really trust the overworked physicians of an emergency room to always make the right decision?
Hey, if it's the flu, take her to a doc in the box. But if it's important enough to warrant a visit to the Emergency Room, then there's no excuse to leave her there alone. None.
One thing I forgot to mention. There are a lot of bad hospitals out there, and a lot of things can go wrong in an emergency room. Personally I would not just drop off a loved one at the hospital emergency room.
Yes, you should definitely stay with someone so they are not alone. Also, bear in mind, that the patient can't alway think properly, so someone needs to be an advocate. They definitely need support from someone.
Everytime I took some to the ER I stayed put. You never know how the timing will go, what whackos will be waiting also, etc...
BUT I don't expect people to sit with me. I know how much it sucks to just sit there... hour after hour... waiting...
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