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Volunteer responsibilities

Last updated on Monday, October 12, 2020

Each role has a specific list of duties that the volunteer can undertake, however all volunteers should also: Be polite, courteous and respectful to others Get to know the hospital layout and be a source of information Direct or escort patients and visitors to their appropriate destination...

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Pressure Ulcers

Last updated on Thursday, April 19, 2018

All patients admitted to our organization have a full skin inspection to ensure measures are put in place to prevent skin damage. Pressure ulcers are localised injuries to the skin and/or underlying tissue as a result of pressure. They are sometimes known as bedsores. They can be classified into...

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Refreshment Facilities

Last updated on Monday, March 23, 2026

Each of our sites has different refreshment facilities.  This includes cafes and restaurants as well as vending facilities where you can purchase light snacks, meals and drinks 24 hours a day.  Our restaurants at Arrowe Park and Clatterbridge Hospitals offer clean, spacious, air conditioned and...

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Yellow Wristbands: “Yellow Means Help”

Last updated on Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Yellow Wristbands: “Yellow Means Help” Yellow wristbands are used to quickly identify patients who may be at risk of falls or reduced mobility. This system helps staff, visitors, carers and patients to recognise when someone may: Need support to walk or transfer Be at higher risk of f...

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Facilities

Last updated on Monday, April 9, 2018

The Arrowe Park House provides accommodation for up to 28 people, 365 days of the year: All bedrooms are furnished to the highest standards with ensuite bathroom Bedrooms comfortably accommodate 4 adults Each bedroom has its own internal telephone, so the wards are able to contact families a...

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What is a COPD exacerbation?

Last updated on Wednesday, April 18, 2018

An exacerbation is a flare up of COPD symptoms.  The signs can include: Increased breathlessness (more than usual) Reduced walking distance Increase in coughing Changes in the amount/colour/thickness of phlegm Chest feeling tight New or increased wheeze If there two or more of these sy...

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What footwear is best for accommodating an Orthosis?

Last updated on Wednesday, February 19, 2020

It may be necessary to change your chosen style of footwear if your orthosis is to be effective. Shoes or boots should have a strong, wide, supportive base. Any shoes with a heel higher than three centimetres are generally unsuitable for use, as are most types of slip-on and court shoes, as they...

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