ICU

What does ICU stand for?

Intensive care unit

An acronym for the special department of a hospital that provides intensive care medicine for patients with life-threatening injuries and illnesses; staffed by highly trained doctors and nurses that specialize in caring for critically ill patients.

Example

His mom is in the ICU right now, so prayers would be appreciated

Related Slang

ITUIntensive treatment unit
CCUCritical care unit
HMOHealth maintenance organization
PPOPreferred provider organization
PCPPrimary care physician
BPBlood pressure
RxPrescription
medsMedications
DOCDrug of choice

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Updated November 5, 2014

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