General ward with A.C./Non A.C.

A General Ward is a shared hospital room designed to accommodate multiple patients (typically 4 to 10 or more), offering affordable inpatient care. It is a cost-effective option and is available in both air-conditioned (A.C.) and non-air-conditioned (Non A.C.) variants.

🛏️ What Is a General Ward?

A multi-bed hospital room with basic medical facilities
Shared space among multiple patients with curtains or partitions
Includes common bathroom, shared nursing care, and minimal amenities
Staffed with doctors and nurses to provide essential medical attention

❄️ General Ward – A.C. vs. Non A.C.

Feature	A.C. General Ward	Non A.C. General Ward
🌡️ Temperature	Air-conditioned for patient comfort	Natural ventilation or ceiling fans
💰 Cost	Slightly higher than non-A.C.	Most economical
🛏️ Bed Arrangement	Multiple beds, spaced evenly with partitions	Same layout
👥 Privacy	Shared space with basic privacy	Shared space with basic privacy
🧼 Bathroom	Common/shared	Common/shared
⚕️ Medical Care	Same level of care as Non A.C.	Same level of care
🪑 Attendant Space	Limited	Limited

✅ Common Facilities in Both A.C. and Non A.C. General Wards:

Patient bed with side rails
Basic linen (bed sheet, pillow)
Nurse call bell (in many hospitals)
Common bathroom and handwashing area
Medical gas outlets (O₂ supply)
Shared nurse station
Basic cleaning and housekeeping services

🎯 Who Should Choose General Ward?

Patients who want low-cost treatment
Those not requiring high privacy or premium amenities
For short-term hospitalization
Government or insurance-supported patients

💡 Benefits of General Wards:

Affordable for most patients
Continuous monitoring and nursing support
Quick access to doctors and diagnostic services
Ideal for stable patients not requiring intensive care

🧠 Summary:

Type	Occupancy	A.C.	Cost	Best For
A.C. General Ward	4–10+ patients	Yes	Moderate	Patients who want basic care + comfort
Non A.C. General Ward	4–10+ patients	No	Lowest	Economical treatment option