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Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

By Abdulla Israr & Simran Rani
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Intensive Care Unit (ICU)  Introduction An Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is a specialized hospital area designed for the management of critically ill patients who require continuous monitoring, advanced life support, and multidisciplinary care. ICU provides 24×7 observation and immediate intervention to prevent mortality and complications. ICU care is technology-driven, protocol-based, and requires highly trained staff. Functions of ICU A. Clinical Functions Continuous monitoring of vital parameters (ECG, BP, SpO₂, RR, temperature) Mechanical ventilation and airway management Hemodynamic monitoring (CVP, arterial line) Administration of inotropes, vasopressors Management of organ failure (renal, cardiac, respiratory, neurological) Post-operative monitoring (especially major surgeries) Trauma and emergency stabilization B. Supportive Functions Infection control and isolation Pain and sedation management Nutritional support (enteral/parenteral) Family counseling and communication End-of...
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Ethical& Legal Responsibilities and Confidentiality

By Abdulla Israr & Simran Rani
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Ethical & Legal Responsibilities and Confidentiality Introduction 1. Ethical Responsibilities in Healthcare Meaning Ethics refers to moral principles that govern behavior and decision-making in healthcare. Ethical responsibilities guide healthcare professionals and administrators to act in a fair, honest, respectful, and patient-centered manner. Core Ethical Principles 1. Autonomy Respecting the patient’s right to make informed decisions about their care. Includes informed consent , refusal of treatment, and decision-making capacity. Example: A patient has the right to refuse surgery even if it is life-saving. 2. Beneficence Acting in the best interest of the patient . Promoting patient welfare and positive outcomes. Example: Providing timely treatment and appropriate referrals. 3. Non-Maleficence “ Do no harm .” Avoiding actions that may cause unnecessary injury or suffering. Example: Preventing medication errors, hospital-acquired infections. 4. Justice Fair and equal treatm...
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MHA e-Syllabus & Notes 2025 | Digital Study Companion

By Abdulla Israr & Simran Rani
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MHA e-Syllabus & Notes 2025 | Digital Study Companion # Just click on the blue links and see the magic of digitalization. MHA 101:  Basic Concept of Health and Epidemiology ·        Concepts of Health and Disease ( https://keedainformation.blogspot.com/2023/01/concept-of-health-disease.html ) ·        Natural History of Disease ( https://keedainformation.blogspot.com/2023/01/natural-history-of-disease.html ) ·        Prevention ( https://keedainformation.blogspot.com/2023/01/levels-of-prevention.html ) ·        Dynamics of Transmission ( https://keedainformation.blogspot.com/2023/01/dynamics-of-disease-transmission.html )   ·        Changing Patterns ( https://keedainformation.blogspot.com/2023/01/changing-pattern-of-disease.html ) ·        Health Indicators ( https://keedainforma...
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