The Coronary Care Unit (CCU),also known as the Coronary Care Unit (CCU) or Cardiac Care Unit (CCU), is a specialized hospital ward dedicated to the care of patients with severe cardiac conditions. Here are some key aspects of the CCU:
Critical Cardiac Care: The CCU provides intensive monitoring and treatment for patients with acute heart conditions such as heart attacks, unstable angina, cardiac dysrhythmias, and heart failure.
Continuous Monitoring: Patients in the CCU are continuously monitored using telemetry, which tracks the cardiac rhythm and allows for early intervention if needed.
Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack): Immediate care to minimize heart damage.
Unstable Angina: Monitoring and treatment to prevent heart attacks.
Cardiac Dysrhythmias: Management of irregular heartbeats.
Heart Failure: Intensive support for severe cases.
Telemetry: Continuous ECG monitoring to detect arrhythmias and other cardiac events.
Invasive Monitoring: Use of pulmonary artery catheters and other devices to monitor heart function.
Mechanical Support: Devices like intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP) and ventricular assist devices (VAD) for patients with severe heart failure.
Advanced Life Support: Including defibrillation and cardioversion for life-threatening arrhythmias.
Cardiologists: Specialists in heart diseases.
CCU Nurses: Trained in critical cardiac care, often with a low nurse-to-patient ratio.
Respiratory Therapists: Manage ventilators and other respiratory support devices.
Pharmacists: Specialize in cardiac medications.
Physical Therapists: Help with mobility and rehabilitation.
Social Workers and Chaplains: Provide emotional and spiritual support to patients and families
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