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NICU-PICU

NICU-PICU. THE CRITICAL CARE UNIT The critical care unit consists of four major zones, each housing a primary function or set of interrelated functions. 1) The Patient Care Zone consists of patient rooms and adjacent areas; its primary function is direct patient care.

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NICU-PICU

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  1. NICU-PICU

  2. THE CRITICAL CARE UNIT The critical care unit consists of four major zones, each housing a primary function or set of interrelated functions. 1) The Patient Care Zone consists of patient rooms and adjacent areas; its primary function is direct patient care. 2) The Clinical Support Zone consists of functions closely related to direct patient care; not only inpatient rooms but also in other areas of the unit. 3) The unit Support Zone refers to areas of the unit where administrative, materials management, and staff support functions occur. 4) The family Support Zone refers to areas designed to support families and visitors.

  3. Published suggestions have proposed units or patient room groupings ranging from a minimum of six beds, for reasons of efficiency and economy, to a maximum of eight to 12 beds for reasons of observation (36). Ifthere is a need for 12 beds, consider arranging them in multiple pods.

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