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Portable Ultrasound Patient Washroom Renovation
$79,939 | Replacement $54,327 | Infrastructure
Portable ultrasound allows for quick, on-the-spot imaging to Imagine being critically ill and having to navigate a washroom that is
diagnose and monitor conditions such as fluid in the lungs, heart nearly 50 years old, not accessible, and poses safety risks. For our
function, and organ health without the need to move critically ill most vulnerable patients in the ICU, this is the reality of their archaic
patients. It is also a vital tool in placing central lines for patients in washroom, which adds unnecessary stress and discomfort at a time
the ICU who need multiple medication infusions, and to provide when they need utmost care and support.
reliable venous access for emergency medications and fluids. Renovations to this space will increase the size, making it accessible
The current unit in our ICU is nearly 10 years old and can no for wheelchairs and walkers and will provide a safe place for
longer be repaired. It’s used daily, and our teams rely on it for safe personal hygiene. The new washroom will include a flat-bottom
interventions. New technology offers significantly higher quality shower, wider doorway, modern fixtures and new floor, walls and
imaging, which is essential for more complicated applications. ceiling. We must provide our most critically ill patients with a safer,
more comfortable environment that respects their dignity and
supports their recovery.
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