ICU Section
Adult ICU: Adult Intensive Care Unit
department head
Dr. Khorsand
Charge Nurse
Maleehe Namjoo
number of beds
10 beds
Internal phone
051-41443 ( 1410-1412 )
What is the ICU department?
- The ICU, or Intensive Care Unit, is one of the most important parts of a hospital, designed to care for patients in critical and life-threatening conditions. It is equipped with advanced medical technologies and a team of experienced doctors and specialist nurses who provide 24-hour care.
Who are the patients admitted to the ICU?
Patients who are in a life-threatening condition or who require ongoing intensive care are admitted to the ICU. These patients include:
Patients who have had a stroke or heart attack Patients who have undergone major surgery People with respiratory or heart failure Patients with severe infections such as sepsis Victims of serious car accidents or falls
Equipment and facilities available in the ICU department
The ICU is one of the most equipped departments in the hospital. In this department, there are several facilities to save the patient’s life and continuously monitor his condition. Some of the most important equipment are:
Ventilator (artificial breathing machine)
Vital signs monitor (blood pressure, heart rate, blood oxygen, etc.)
Drug and fluid infusion pump
Temporary dialysis machine
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) equipment
Who is included in the ICU medical staff?
ICU staff must have specialized training and skills to deal with critical situations. The core members of the ICU team include:
A physician specializing in critical care or anesthesia
A highly skilled ICU nurse
A clinical pharmacist
A respiratory therapist (to adjust the breathing apparatus)
A psychologist (to support the patient’s family)
Conditions for patient admission to the ICU
The decision to transfer a patient to the ICU is usually made by a specialist and is based on the severity of the patient’s condition and the need for continuous monitoring. Some of the entry criteria include:
Low level of consciousness
Blood pressure or respiratory instability
Need for continuous care after surgery
Immediate risk to vital organs
Differences between the ICU and other hospital departments
Unlike regular wards, in the ICU:
The nurse-patient ratio is lower (for example, 1 nurse for every 1 or 2 patients)
24-hour and more specialized monitoring is provided
More advanced and denser equipment is used
There are more restrictions on visiting the patient
The role of the family in caring for ICU patients
Although ICU admission may be limited, family presence is very effective in improving the patient’s mental state. Hospitals usually have limited visiting hours, but educating the family to help with post-discharge care is also very important.
conclusion
The ICU is one of the most vital components of a hospital, working to save patients’ lives and restore them to a stable condition. Understanding the function, equipment, and services of this department can lead to increased public awareness and better cooperation between patients and families and medical staff.