Your Safety

The hospital is a place of care; however, during your stay, there is a possibility of exposure to microorganisms that can cause infection. By following simple protective measures, you can significantly reduce your risk of infection.

1. Wash your hands frequently

   • Wash your hands with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer
   • Especially before eating, after using the restroom, and after touching hospital surfaces or equipment
   • If your hands are visibly dirty, wash them with soap and water

2. Ask everyone to practice hand hygiene

   • Don’t hesitate to remind staff to practice hand hygiene before and after every interaction with you
   • Ask visitors and companions to do the same

3. Protect yourself when you are sick

   • Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze
   • Use a tissue or your elbow
   • Ask the staff if you need to wear a mask
   • Companions/visitors with symptoms of a respiratory infection are not permitted in the hospital.

4. Protect your surroundings

   • Do not sit on other patients’ beds, and do not allow visitors to sit on yours
   • Visitors must practice hand hygiene when entering and leaving the room

5. Follow isolation guidelines (if necessary)

   • In the event of isolation, staff will inform you of the necessary measures
   • Staff and visitors may be required to wear masks or protective equipment
   • Do not leave the room without consulting the staff

6. Notify the staff of any changes

   • If you notice that a bandage, catheter, or IV line has shifted or become wet, notify the nurses immediately
   • If you notice redness, pain, or swelling at the insertion site of a catheter, IV line, or drainage tube, notify the nurses immediately.