Beginning November 14, 2011
Because of our strong commitment to patient safety and a high level of commitment to the health of our patients, Primary Children's Medical Center has guidelines that restrict patient visitation during the months when respiratory illness is prevalent in the community. Data suggests that the action will reduce the risk of spreading H1N1, seasonal flu, and RSV and other respiratory illness to those at high risk of serious complications.
These visitation guidelines consist of the following, for everyone's safety:
- No visitors under 14. No one under the age of 14 is allowed in the hospital unless they are a patient.
- No more than two adults at a time may accompany or visit a patient. This applies to inpatient rooms and patients here for outpatient clinic or emergency department visits.
- No sick visitors. If you have fever, cough, sore throat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea, please stay home.
Patients recommendations:
- Ask for a mask for your child. The patient should wear a mask if he or she has flu or cold symptoms.
- Wash your hands. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water or use hand sanitizer.
- Cover coughs and sneezes. Use a tissue or your upper sleeve.
Patients coming for Outpatient Clinic visits:
- Please use the south entrance of the hospital to access the clinics. Valet parking is available.
- Do not bring additional children to the clinic visit. No more than 2 adults should accompany the child to an appointment.
- If you or your child has fever, cough, sore throat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea, please stay home and call to reschedule your clinic appointment. If your child's condition will not allow you to reschedule, please put on a mask, available at the entrance to the hospital.
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