About High level isolation unit
The high level isolation unit (HLIU) is designed and made to provide patients with high consequence infectious diseases, such as Ebola or other viral hemorrhagic fevers, with the best care in the safest possible environment. It consists of four double ante isolation rooms of which two can be upgraded to an ICU room if necessary.
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Erasmuslaan 17
Outbreak management
The HLIU fits with leading roles Radboudumc has in preparedness for and response to infection outbreaks.Patient-friendly environment
Patients can receive visitors in the HLIU, and a family room is provided. read morePatient-friendly environment
Patients can receive visitors in the HLIU under strict security conditions. If visitors cannot be in the same room because of the patient's guiding protocol and infectious condition, patient and visitor can see each other privately through glass in a certain part of the building.
A homely atmosphere has been created in the building, with a family room for patients' loved ones. There they can retreat for a while without having to wear protective measures.
The building also has its own screened garden.
Radboudumc Center for Infectious Diseases
The Radboudumc Center for Infectious Diseases is internationally renowned for its knowledge of the interaction between the human body and pathogenic microorganisms. read moreBuilding P
The HLIU is located in building P of the Radboudumc, on Erasmuslaan. In this building, patients with infectious lung infections, such as tuberculosis, are also admitted. read moreTraining Facility
When no patients are admitted, the HLIU is used for training purposes for Radboudumc staff, partners and others. read moreTraining Facility
The HLIU is ideally suited for training healthcare professionals in safety procedures related to isolation nursing of highly contagious patients. This includes physicians, nurses, infection prevention experts and others involved in the care of highly contagious patients. They learn how to dress and undress safely and also receive training focused on their specific tasks, such as preparing for diagnostics and cleaning and disinfecting the environment. During the interdisciplinary real-life scenario training, the healthcare professionals also learn how best to work together during these unique and difficult circumstances.
For more information about the possibilities, please contact Manon Tingen-Wieland, infection prevention expert: Manon.Wieland@radboudumc.nl.