Patient in intermediate care being monitored with advanced medical equipment and supervised by healthcare professionals

Intermediate Care IMC

Intermediate Care (IMC) bridges the gap between intensive care and general wards. It is designed for patients requiring close monitoring and specialized support without the need for full ICU care.

Quick Facts

  • Common Causes: Post-surgery recovery, respiratory support, cardiac events

  • Treatment Focus: Continuous monitoring, non-invasive ventilation, early mobilisation

  • Suitable for: Patients in stable but critical condition requiring step-down care

What is Intermediate Care?

IMC units offer advanced medical support and monitoring for patients whose conditions are serious but not life-threatening. It ensures safety and quicker recovery through tailored interventions.

Causes

Conditions necessitating IMC include complications after surgery, acute infections, respiratory or cardiovascular instability, or monitoring of high-risk medications.

Treatments


Patients receive continuous ECG, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure monitoring. The care team includes specialized nurses and physicians providing medication management, oxygen therapy, and physiotherapy.

FAQs

How is IMC different from ICU?

IMC provides intermediate-level monitoring and care, not as intensive as ICU.

Can patients move to general wards after IMC?

Yes, once their condition stabilises.

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