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ICU involves 3 units as follows:
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Medical intensive care unit (MICU) 6 beds, for neurological, renal, hepatic & other medical diseases.
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Post Operative Care Unit (POCU) 10 beds supplemented with haemodialysis & haemofilteration section.
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Coronary care unit (CCU) 6 beds, supplemented with cardiac catheterizetion lab, echocardiography, & treadmill ambulatory B.P & Holter Monitor.
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This department is characterized by:
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Continuous availability of medical staff and consultants from both the admitting specialty and intensive care staff.
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Minimum nurse: patient ratio of 1:2 together with a head nurse - in - charge for 24 hours.
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This department has defined categories for multi system monitoring and support:
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Mechanical ventilation support by all up to date modes.
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Basic respiratory monitoring: 24 hours laboratory services for arterial blood gases, pulmonary function tests & physiotherapy.
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Circulatory support. Cardio-pulmoroy resuscitation team and
facilities for post - arrest care.
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Neurological, renal & hepatic support.
