intensive care


noun

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

Origin of intensive care

First recorded in 1960–65

Example sentences from the Web for intensive care

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

Medical definitions for intensive care

intensive care
[ ĭn-tĕnsĭv ]

n.

Continuous and closely monitored health care that is provided to critically ill patients.