Identification
All patients are given identification bracelets upon admission to help ensure your safety. Our team of caregivers use the bracelet to help identify you. Your bracelet should have your full name, date of birth, medical record number and physician’s name. In addition, the band contains a barcode that is used to help your caregivers identify you. Please do not remove this wristband. It is important for your safety that you let your nurse know if it falls off or becomes damaged during your stay.
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Medications From Home
Medications from home are allowed only with a physician’s written order and will be administered by nursing staff. It is important that you do not take any medications (including over-the-counter medication such as aspirin or Tylenol) unless your nurse gives them to. This is for your safety in preventing any possible adverse drug reactions with medications being prescribed by your physician.
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Patient Safety Officer & Risk Manager
Patient safety is our priority. Our Patient Safety Officer and Risk Manager work together with our team of caregivers to develop a safe and healing environment. Should you have concerns regarding your safety, contact our Patient Safety Officer at extension 5239 or the Risk Manager at extension 5071
Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
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Preventing Infections
Patients and visitors should wash their hands frequently while at the hospital. Hand washing is the single most important means of preventing the spread of infection. Your caregivers will use the Standard Universal Precautions to prevent exposure to blood or body fluids and your are welcome to ask your caregivers if they have washed their hands prior to caring for you. Dispensers of hand sanitizer are available throughout the hospital and in each patient’s room.

Under certain conditions, you may be placed on additional isolation or precautions. Staff and visitors will be required to wear personal protective equipment (gloves, gown, mask) based on the category of isolation or precaution. This is done to protect your and your caregivers. If this is the case, a sign describing the type of isolation will be placed on your door. If your have questions, your nurse can provide your with more information.

To get more information on how to prevent infections:
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