17 year old on an adult ward

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My 17 year old son has been admitted to hospital with tonsilitis. They were worried about his airway and have given hi fluids, iv antibiotics and steroids. I can't fault the care A and E were amazing. The issue is that they have put him on an adult ward so we weren't allowed to stay with him, which was fine although a bit scary for him and me. The issue is that we are only allowed to visit him for a 1 hour visit which we have to book in. As he is under 18 A and E said that on the ward we would be able to stay with him but the ward are adamant. So should we be able to visit more because of his age or AIBU|? Anyone know the rules legally as he is still a child?

How utterly nasty of you.
Do you feel big and clever now?

I was put on an adult ward aged 14 in 1980.

I was put on an adult ward aged 14 in 1980.

Glad he is home and glad they let you stay. I think most adults would want a bit of company for more than an hour a day, let alone a 17 year old.

I think it is more then reaonable for him to stay in an adult ward at 17. Anything 16 and above is reasonable.
At that age they can work, pay NI, etc etc.

I had my tonsils out at 11; was in an adult female ward for nearly a week. This was in 1974, in Lincolnshire. Mum couldn't drive, and the buses weren't great, plus visiting hours were strict. She also had three other kids at home. I think she visited twice for an hour and it was absolutely fine,