intensive care
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noun
the use of specialized equipment and personnel for continuous monitoring and care of the critically ill.
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Origin of intensive care
First recorded in 1960–65
Words nearby intensive care
intensional, intensional object, intensitometer, intensity, intensive, intensive care, intensive care unit, intent, intention, intentional, intentional community
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British Dictionary definitions for intensive care
intensive care
noun
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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Medical definitions for intensive care
intensive care
[ ĭn-tĕn′sĭv ]
n.
Continuous and closely monitored health care that is provided to critically ill patients.
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