In the interest of the health and safety of all patients, visitors and staff at CMC, smoking is prohibited in the facility. Thank you for not smoking.
Cellulars are restricted in critical areas (ICU, CCU, CSU, NICU, DS etc…) and in patients’ rooms where patients are on life supporting equipment.
Electrical appliances are not allowed since they may interfere with the hospital equipment and are potential fire and safety hazards.
It is the policy of the security department that all visitors and employees in the hospital prominently display a guest pass or staff identification badge. Passes are available at the main entrance.
Security officers are present at every entrance and exit of CMC facility to make your stay secure and comfortable. Should you need any assistance please call the security office at 1810 and an officer will assist you.
Hand hygiene is one of the most important issues to avoid nosocomial infections. Your healthcare team are very well educated and trained to wash their hands before and after examining you. Please remind them if they forgot to do so.
For your own safety, please take the following measures against falls and accidents:
- If your doctor or nurse asked you to have an attendant, please take this into consideration
- Keep the phone, nurse caller within an easily reachable distance
- Don’t hesitate to ask your nurse’s help if you are going to take a shower
- If you are allowed to walk by yourself, make sure to wear rubber soled shoes to prevent slipping