Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
intensive-care-unit
noun
/ɪnˈtɛnsɪv kɛr ˈjunɪt/
Definition
A specially equipped area in a hospital designed to provide comprehensive and continuous care for patients with severe or life-threatening conditions.
Examples
- The patient was transferred to the intensive-care unit after surgery.
- In the intensive-care unit, the staff closely monitored the patient’s vital signs.
- The hospital’s intensive-care unit is equipped with advanced technology to support critically ill patients.
Meaning
The intensive care unit (ICU) is where patients who require close monitoring, specialized equipment, and intensive medical care are treated.
Synonyms
- ICU
- Critical care unit
- High dependency unit
