Really stupid question inside...

Sarahpep

I know, I know. This is a dumb question, but is it recommended for pregnant women to visit someone in the hospital, specifically some in the CCU?

kjlrs

dont know what CCU stands for (ICU?) but i think it is fine. the only thing i would stay away from are infectious diseases but they generally take precautions there anyway. my MIL had cdiff and a coworker's wife had MRSA and they had them in rooms where they threw away the sheets after use, etc, and nobody would have accidentally contracted it from being in the hospital.

amyyellowstone

What are your concerns?  If there is some sickness you are aware of that would be one thing, otherwise I can't imagine it would hurt.  I can't think of any machinery or monitors that could harm you. 

baby_lance

I'm usually nice and just keep my mouth shut...but today, I'm having a hard time with that.

merrieberrie

I think the CCU is Cardiac Care Unit, right? I wouldn't think you would be likely to run into any infectious diseases there.

Sunny1inTucson

CCU could be cardiac care or critical care depending on the hospital.

I imagine just take basic common sense precautions - don't visit someone with an infectious/contagious condition, and regardless be sure to practice simple hygiene anyway (i.e., proper handwashing before eating, if you stop to use the bathroom, etc.).

Mrs.B07

You should be fine, I work at a hospital and deal with patients on contact precaution all the time, no doubt it makes me nervous at times but it also makes me extra cautious. 

 If the patient has an infection that is contagious then they should be on contact precaution. There should be a sign at their door alerting anyone entering the room what type of precaution it is stating what you would need before entering...gloves/mask/gown and if it is something you shouldnt come into contact with if you are pregnant there should be a sign stating that as well...if you are unsure ask the nurse who is taking care of the person you are visiting. Also, ALWAYS wash your hands when entering and exiting.