combined TV/Telephone patient bedside entertainment system, with benefits for both patient and Trust. The combined TV and telephone unit enables patients to watch their choice of TV, and keep in touch with friends and relatives with phonecalls or email. Being in touch with the world outside means a stay in hospital need not be lonely or boring. The provision of bedside TV and telephone enhances the efficiency of nursing duties. No more distractions by taking telephone calls from patients’ friends or relatives – they can talk directly to the patient. No longer does the nurse or auxiliary have to wheel the trolley phone around wards – the patient has permanent and instant access to their own personal telephone. The Trust also benefits from a wide range of additional services that Tele-Call Digital can provide