What Challenges Are Associated with Negative Pressure Rooms?
Despite their effectiveness, several challenges exist: - Cost: Building and maintaining negative pressure rooms can be expensive. - Technical Failures: Mechanical issues can compromise the negative pressure environment, posing a risk of pathogen escape. - Training: Healthcare staff must be adequately trained to operate and maintain these rooms. - Limited Availability: In some healthcare settings, the number of negative pressure rooms may be insufficient during outbreaks or pandemics.