intensive care

noun

the use of specialized equipment and personnel for continuous monitoring and care of the critically ill.

intensive care

extensive and continuous care and treatment provided for an acutely ill patient, usually in a specially designated section ( intensive care unit ) of a hospital

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First recorded in 1960–65

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On the crucial afternoon, he did not examine her in person or send her to intensive care.

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The mother-of-two also lied about having experience in intensive care, A&E medicine and children's palliative care.

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Jack was put on a ventilator and moved into intensive care.

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Examinations in intensive care showed multiple bruises to his face and body, and there was a "range of significant injuries to Ethan's eyes".

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Some intensive care patients were helped out in ambulances from the Eduardus Hospital.

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