Term: Intermediate Care Unit

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2012-04-20

Definition:

A hospital unit designed for patients who are too ill to be cared for on regular wards, but do not require the highly specialized services that can only be provided in Intensive Care Units (ICU). Sometimes referred to as a step-down unit.

Related terms 

• Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Intermediate ICU (IICU)
• Special Care Unit (SCU)
• Step-Down Unit

References 

• Garland A, Fransoo R, Olafson K, Ramsey C, Yogendran M, Chateau D, McGowan K. The Epidemiology and Outcomes of Critical Illness in Manitoba. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2012. [Report] [Summary] (View)