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Washing Hands

Infection control is extremely important in the ICU and there are a number of ways you can help us in this area:

  • Please ensure you clean your hands on entering and leaving the unit by either washing your hands or using the alcohol hand gel placed around the unit

  • Please do not handle any lines or tubing. It is okay to touch hands. If in doubt check with the nurse.

  • Refrain from sitting on patients’ beds

  • Do not bring flowers or plants into the unit

  • Keep patients’ property to a minimum. Do not include towels or washcloths

  • Do not bring young babies into the unit—however, in exceptional circumstances, please discuss this with the nurse in charge.

  • You should not visit if you have a cold, flu or symptoms of Covid-19 infection. Individuals who are immunocompromised should consult with the medical team before visiting.

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Isolation Rooms and PPE

 

Critical Care patient's are at increased risk of infections due to weakened immune systems and the nature of their illness the simple measures above can help minimise infection risk however in some instances you may be asked to take additional measures. This may include your family member moving to a protective isolation room or area and visitors being asked to wear PPE such as masks, gowns and gloves.

At times it may be necessary to initiate a temporary pause on direct visiting. In these instances the nursing staff will provide opportunities for virtual visiting.

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