This document provides a summary of the use of the DX8 Touch Panel Light within the Behavioural Assessment Unit (BAU) and The Hub to assist with creating a calm environment for patients experiencing distress.
The colour DX8 Touch Panel Light function located in The BAU and The Hub is used to create a calming atmosphere and reduce sensory stimuli for vulnerable mental health patients being treated in these areas.
This QRG relates to all staff working in The BAU and The Hub.
It is the responsibility of the Nurse Unit Managers, Directors and Deputy Directors of the Emergency Department, and the Emergency Department line Managers to ensure the relevant SHED staff are familiar with this QRG, that it is implemented according to the guidelines as outlined within, and that there is compliance by all staff members.
The DX8 Touch Panel Lighting system is located at the back of the cubicle with the medical gases behind the roller panel in each cubicle within The BAU and The Hub.
Operation & Control
The light colour change selector switch includes:
Recommended for Staff Use
Step 1 – use the ON/OFF switch
Step 2 – select S1, S2, S3 or S4 for red, green, blue or white respectively
Step 3 – select PLAY function to cycle through colours or touch colour wheel to adjust shade
| Title: | DX8 Touch Panel Light | |
| Version: | 1.0 | |
| Date Published: | May 2022 | |
| Date of scheduled review: | May 2023 | |
| Author: | Approver: | |
| ED Leadership Team | ED Leadership Team | |
