I made sure there was someone with my husband around the clock when he was in the hospital. Hospital's -- even great ones -- are not equipped to deal with patients who have dementia. If MIL can't remember that she shouldn't get out of bed or won't believe it then she may need that kind of attention, too.
It would be a kindness for you and/or your husband to take a turn sitting with MIL.
I know this is odd. For what hospitals charge, can't they care for the patient? If 24 hour observation is needed, I guess the answer is No.
Really! We never left our Mother alone overnight while in the hospital or rehab. Both places are horribly understaffed (wherever they are located) and getting someone to come to the room for assistance can be a nightmare; especially for someone who is unable or shouldn't get out of the bed alone.
To me it was a safety feature and a concern for Mom's wellbeing. The nurses and aids so appreciated our help. They often mentioned how sorry they felt for patients whose family didn't or wouldn't stay with them.
I say goof for the SIL and FIL. I am sure MIL is glad to have someone with her.
It would be a kindness for you and/or your husband to take a turn sitting with MIL.
I know this is odd. For what hospitals charge, can't they care for the patient? If 24 hour observation is needed, I guess the answer is No.
To me it was a safety feature and a concern for Mom's wellbeing. The nurses and aids so appreciated our help. They often mentioned how sorry they felt for patients whose family didn't or wouldn't stay with them.
I say goof for the SIL and FIL. I am sure MIL is glad to have someone with her.