Next of Kin

Have you ever thought to yourself if something were to happen to you the right person would be notified? When I worked on a floor that had an acute stroke unit, we had a patient who had gone jogging and collapsed. He had a stroke and was unable to communicate. No one knew who he was and they had to post his pictures on the news to try and identify him. Eventually his identity became known and family was notified.

I think it is a good idea to keep emergency contact numbers in your wallet behind your ID. I also think when you are out for a jog or stroll we have something with us to identify us and whom to notify in case of emergency. I can't imagine being hospitalized and not being able to say who I am or not have my loved ones there for me. It is something to think about don't you think?

All comments are greatly appreciated!!!