Hospital Unit Design and Planning

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What determines the number and type of beds provided in the Unit?

Size of the waiting area

Number of staff available

Types of patients planned to be admitted (correct)

Location of the Unit in the hospital

Why is close proximity between different treatment areas important in the design of the Unit?

To reduce staff workload

To enhance patient privacy

To increase patient waiting times

To facilitate rapid access with minimal cross traffic (correct)

Which factor is crucial for relocating staff during high workload periods?

Access to patient records

Number of available visitor beds

Availability of storage areas

Proximity between Resuscitation and Treatment areas (correct)

Why should visitor and patient access not traverse clinical areas in the Unit?

To maintain privacy and prevent contamination Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized as important regarding visual, auditory, and olfactory privacy in the Unit's design?

Recognition of the need for observation by staff Signup and view all the answers

Why is staff relocation facilitated by the design of the Unit?

To enable rapid access to different spaces Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential consideration for the design of a Resuscitation Room?

Having a dedicated inward line for the ambulance and police services Signup and view all the answers

Which feature should be available in all patient spaces and clinical areas according to the text?

Emergency call facility to summon urgent assistance Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for ensuring smooth communication during internal and external emergencies?

Having dedicated inward lines for ambulance and police services Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is crucial for enabling staff to summon urgent assistance in different areas of the Emergency Unit?

Emergency call facility in all patient spaces and clinical areas Signup and view all the answers

What is a feature that should be available in the Waiting Area according to the text?

Direct line to a taxi company Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to have sufficient terminals available according to the text?

To prevent queuing, even at peak times Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to have mechanical or pneumatic tube transport systems for specimen and electronic reporting of results?

To streamline processes and save time Signup and view all the answers

What is a highly desirable point of care access in the Emergency Unit?

Access for electrolyte and blood gas analysis Signup and view all the answers

Why should car parking be close to the Entrance of the Emergency Unit?

To ensure easy access for patients, relatives, and staff Signup and view all the answers

Why should the Emergency Unit be located on the ground floor?

To provide easy access for patients Signup and view all the answers

Why should the Emergency Unit have clear signage and be well identified?

To ensure visibility and easy navigation Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for car parking to be well lit near the Emergency Unit entrance?

To increase safety and security for patients and staff Signup and view all the answers