The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have set the following guidelines in terms of temperature for hospitals and healthcare facilities in accordance with facility or room type:
In general, healthcare establishments such as a medical clinic, or long-term care facilities, a temperature range of 70°F to 75°F (21°C to 24°C), can be used safely for preventing the spread of bacteria while keeping patients safe.
If a patient will be staying in a room for a time frame of days to weeks, such as a hospital room, it is generally recommended that the temperature be kept at 75°F (24°C) for comfort and safety.
For rooms where there may be a greater risk of hazard, such as an operating room or a room where there may be an inpatient procedure, it is typically recommended that the room be kept at a temperature of 68°F to 73°F (20°C to 23°C). These guidelines are based on safety protocol to reduce the risk of spreading disease, bacteria, and airborne pathogens.