The full form of ICU in Medical is Intensive Care Unit. Also called Critical Care Unit or Intensive therapy unit, ICU is a specialized facility inside the hospital to provide world-class care and treatment to patients. The department is constructed to treat people having life-threatening or nerve injuries or diseases.
ICU is for one who requires intensive monitoring through life support machines, 24*7 care and medication to put the body back to its normal functioning. Trained nurses, doctors and respiratory therapists are appointed for this department.
In various situations and conditions, a persona can need intensive care. Some of the most common reasons are as follows:
In Intensive Care Unit, one will be monitored and treated by well-trained staff and healthcare providers with the help of equipment attached with wires, cables, and tubes. Such devices are used to support patients’ bodily movements and monitor their overall condition until they recover.