SPECIAL
CARE UNIT
The Special
Care Unit is the area of the hospital where patients are continuously
observed 24 hours by advanced cardiac life support certified registered
nurses. The Special Care Unit (SCU) is important in meeting the
needs of patients who have experienced such events as heart attacks
(myocardial infarctions), dangerous heart rhythms, serious accidents,
or major surgery.
Visitation 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. on even hours for 15 minutes Please,
only 2 visitors at a time. Remember, these patients need their rest
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PROGRESSIVE CARE UNIT
The
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is the area of the hospital were patients
still continue to be observed for 24 hours; however, their condition
has improved so that their activity level can increase. The patients
in this area will usually wear a mobile cardiac monitor so that
the heart rhythm can be observed during their more natural activities.
Open
visiting hours from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Please, only 2 visitors at
a time. Children under 12 must have special permision to visit.
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EQUIPMENT
As
you tour through the SCU and PCU, you may notice strange and
unfamiliar noises. Our new equipment is used for support and
treatment. This monitoring system allows the critical care
staff to observe patient's heart rhythm, heart rate, invasive
and noninvasive blood pressures, and continuous pulse oximetry
measuring the percent of oxygen in the blood. |
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