THE HUMBLE HOSPITAL SINK CAUSING PATIENT DEATHS
Once upon a time in the bustling city of Medville, there stood a renowned hospital named St. Hope Medical Center. It was a beacon of healing and care, attracting patients from far and wide. The hospital's reputation was built on the skills of its dedicated doctors and nurses, who worked tirelessly to provide the best possible care for their patients.
However, amidst the impressive medical advancements and compassionate staff, a hidden danger lurked within the hospital's walls—hospital-acquired infections (HAIs). These insidious infections had claimed the lives of many patients, leaving behind grief and questioning hearts.
The hospital administrators were determined to solve this perplexing problem. They called upon Dr. Evelyn Carter; a brilliant infectious disease specialist known for her unyielding dedication to patient safety. Dr. Carter was determined to uncover the source of the HAIs that plagued the hospital, and she set her sights on an unexpected culprit—the humble hospital sink.
Dr. Carter delved into extensive research and discovered that the sink, a seemingly innocent fixture, was playing a significant role in the transmission of HAIs. She learned that sinks, especially those near patient beds, had become reservoirs for harmful bacteria. The constant flow of water provided a moist environment where bacteria could thrive and form biofilms, which served as breeding grounds for infections.
Intrigued by her findings, Dr. Carter embarked on an ambitious project to address the sink-related HAIs at St. Hope Medical Center. She collaborated with engineers, infection control specialists, and hospital staff to design a cutting-edge sink system that would mitigate the risk of contamination.
The new sinks were equipped with innovative technology, including automated faucets and a curved surface to reduce splash by coordinating and matching the exact location of the surface with the discharge location of the faucet. With the aid of engineers from the Facility Management Department, the sink was equipped with germicidal ultra-violet lights within the negatively pressurized chamber (ante room) to kill bacteria located within the drain trap and within the ante room before they have a chance to contaminate the sink basin used by patients or hospital staff.
Dr. Carter also implemented stringent hand hygiene protocols and educated the hospital staff about the importance of maintaining clean sink environments.
As the new sink system was implemented throughout the hospital, the impact was profound. The number of HAIs began to decline steadily, and patients started to experience improved outcomes. Families found solace in knowing that their loved ones were receiving the best possible care in an environment that prioritized infection control.
Word of Dr. Carter's groundbreaking work spread beyond the hospital walls. Other medical institutions around the world became inspired by her research and the success at St. Hope Medical Center. In time, hospitals everywhere adopted similar sink systems and infection control protocols, significantly reducing the incidence of sink-related HAIs.
Dr. Carter's relentless pursuit of patient safety had not only saved countless lives but also revolutionized hospital design and infection control practices worldwide. Her pioneering work became a beacon of hope for patients and healthcare providers alike, reminding them that even the smallest details could have a profound impact on patient care.
And so, the story of St. Hope Medical Center serves as a reminder that great challenges often hide in unexpected places. It takes the brilliance and dedication of individuals like Dr. Evelyn Carter to shine a light on these challenges and change the course of medical history for the better.
THE ReSET265 SINK SOLVES THE PROBLEM WITH SINKS BEING THE SOURCE OF DEADLY PATHOGENS
Now that you have a grasp of the issues surrounding sinks in hospitals, you need to take the next step to discover the only patented complete solution that addresses your “Humble Hospital Sink Causing Patient Deaths” before it’s too late.
The stakes are too high for you to do nothing. Although this story is fictious it represents the findings of a literature review validating the fact that hospital sinks and premise plumbing have been implicated in pathogenic organisms leading to the deaths of patients.
The ReSet265 sink combines multiple layers of smart technologies working in unison to become and Engineering Control that separates the sewer from the care environment.
Let me challenge you to:
1. Do your own Infection Prevention Risk Assessment
2. Complete the CONTACT FORM for more information
3. Buy a sink, install it
4. Follow the SHS roadmap for your own 4-week study
5. Become the “Dr. Evelyn Carter” in your facility. Start saving lives!
If your facility stakeholders are convinced that the ReSet265 sink will prevent sinks from being the source of HAIs in your hospital, Tom Hicks will help you with a 2-3 year replacement program as you install ReSet265 sinks in your critical care units and where your most vulnerable patients receive care (eg. Emergency Department, Oncology Unit, Transplant Unit, Burn Unit, Scrub sinks in the OR, Sterile Processing Decontamination Area, etc.).