LESSON 2
THE ADULT PATIENT CARE UNIT
2-1.
INTRODUCTION
The patient care unit is the area of the hospital in which the patient receives
medical and nursing care and treatment as well as the place in which he/she lives
during his/her hospital stay. It must be maintained as a safe, pleasant, clean, and
orderly environment for the patient's physical and mental well being. Constant effort is
needed to achieve and maintain the necessary high level of order and sanitation.
2-2.
FURNITURE COMPRISING THE PATIENT BASIC UNIT
Furniture for the patient basic unit includes:
a. Bed.
b. Bedside cabinet.
c. Overbed table.
d. Chair.
2-3.
EQUIPMENT/ARTICLES NECESSARY FOR PROVIDING BASIC NURSING
CARE
The following are provided to the patient:
a. Linens.
(1)
Bed linens.
(2)
Towels.
(3)
Washcloths.
(4)
Blankets.
b. Toilet Equipment.
(1)
Wash basin.
(2)
Soap dish.
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