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Detailed Needs and Requirements: Hemodialysis Unit
9. Kitchen
A small kitchen for the preparation of snacks and the instruction of
patients on special diets should be provided.
10. Offices
Provide offices for physicians, secretaries, residents and a social
worker's office (which may be shared with other units).
11. Storage Area
Adequate storage should be provided for stand-by equipment and
replacement parts.
12. Utility Rooms
Clean and soiled utility rooms, clean and soiled linen storage, a
housekeeping aide's closet, and stretcher and wheelchair storage
should be provided.
13. Waiting Room
A waiting room for patients and patients' families containing easy
chairs, an occasional table, and book and magazine racks should be
available near the unit.
14. Home Dialysis Training Area
Space and facilities should be provided for training of patients and their
families in the use and care of home dialysis facilities. These facilities
are not currently provided but it is indicated that they will be required in
the future.
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