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VISITING THE UNIT
- Visiting hours on CCU are 8-12:00 a.m. and 3-8:00 p.m.
- Please DO NOT VISIT between 12-3:00 p.m. as this is the patient rest time.
- Children may not visit unless the patient is their parent.
- Only TWO VISITORS at a time please.
- Please wash your hands before entering the unit (you may use the bathrooms in the hallway).
PHONES & COMMUNICATION
- You may phone direct to the Coronary Care Unit at 370-8254. We ask that each family choose one family member to act as the contact person.
- Please do not phone or visit between 7-8 am/pm as this is change of shift and the staff are very busy at this time.
- Evidence has shown that cellular phones may interfere with various types of medical equipment. In the interest of providing a safe environment the hospital does not permit visitors or patients to bring cellular phones into the critical care areas of the hospital.
OF SPECIAL NOTE
- Social work services can help you with many of your needs. These include finances, housing, transportation, emotional support and counseling. Your nurse can contact a social worker for you if needed.
- Pastoral care is available. Ask the nursing staff to contact pastoral services if needed.
- Accommodation that is affordable and within walking distance is available. Ask the nursing staff for more information.
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