New SICU opens at Hennepin

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New SICU opens at Hennepin The 24 bed Surgical
Intensive Care Unit is the second phase of a 48
bed ICU replacement project.
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Critical Care Patient Rooms Feature Spacious,
single, private rooms to support the patient,
equipment and staff
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Critical Care Patient Rooms Feature Communication
board to share the names of the healthcare team
with the patient and family
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Critical Care Patient Rooms Feature Designated
space for families and patient belongings
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Critical Care Patient Rooms Feature Equipment in
each patient room is oriented the same using
same handed design principles to support
patient safety
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Critical Care Patient Rooms Feature Sink located
inside each patient room for hand hygiene and
infection reduction
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Critical Care Unit Features Medication and
supply storage decentralized and located
throughout the unit
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Critical Care Unit Features Family rooms for
extended family and visitors located near the
unit entrance
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Critical Care Unit Features Nursing staff work
stations located between every two rooms to
support patient care
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Critical Care Unit Features Designated visitor
entrance and receptionist to greet family members
and visitors
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Critical Care Unit Features Healing environment
with soft lights, warm colors, and panoramic
views from large windows
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Critical Care Unit Features An open design for
staff visualization and communication