An ICU, or Intensive Care Unit, is a specialized hospital department that provides intensive and specialized medical and nursing care for patients with severe or life-threatening conditions, requiring close monitoring and advanced treatments.
Purpose
ICUs are designed to handle patients who are critically ill, requiring specialized medical care and life support to stabilize their conditions and manage complex symptoms.
Types of Patients
Patients in ICUs may have serious injuries, illnesses, or be recovering from major surgery.
Specialized Care
ICUs provide round-the-clock care, with specialized equipment and staff to monitor vital signs, administer medications, and support vital functions like breathing and circulation.
Equipment
Common equipment in ICUs include ventilators, monitors for vital signs, intravenous fluids, and advanced life support measures.
ICU Levels
ICUs can be categorized into different levels based on the type of care they can provide, ranging from basic life support to a full spectrum of monitoring and life support technologies.
