Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
icu
abbreviation
/ˌaɪ siː ˈjuː/
Definition
ICU is an abbreviation for Intensive Care Unit, a special department in a hospital that provides intensive care and monitoring for patients with severe medical conditions.
Examples
- The ICU was full, so the patient was transferred to a different hospital.
- Doctors in the ICU are specially trained to handle critical care situations.
- After surgery, the patient was monitored in the ICU for 48 hours.
Meaning
The ICU is designed for patients who require close observation and continuous medical support due to life-threatening health issues.
Synonyms
- Intensive Care Unit
- Critical Care Unit
- High Dependency Unit
