Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) of Sanjiv Singla Children Hospital

The Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is a specialized hospital unit designed to provide intensive care to  children, and adolescents suffering from serious illnesses or injuries. The PICU is equipped with advanced medical technology and staffed by highly trained professionals to monitor and treat critically ill pediatric patients.

Key Features of PICU:

1. 24/7 Monitoring and Care
   The PICU provides continuous monitoring of vital signs such as heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation, with immediate interventions as needed.

2. Advanced Medical Equipment

   • Ventilators: For children with breathing difficulties.
   • Infusion Pumps: For controlled medication delivery.
   • Pulse Oximeters: To measure blood oxygen levels.
   • ECG/EKG Monitors: To track heart activity.
   • Blood Gas Analyzers: To monitor the acid-base balance in critically ill children.
   • Syring Pump: Designed to handle small and precise amounts of medication required for infants

3. Multidisciplinary Care Team
   A variety of specialists, including pediatric intensivists, nurses, respiratory therapists, nutritionists, and physical therapists, collaborate to provide comprehensive care to patients.

4. Specialized Care for Children

   • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Conditions: Includes treatment for pneumonia, asthma, and other severe respiratory infections.
   • Severe Infections: Such as sepsis or meningitis.
   • Cardiac Care: For children with heart conditions, including congenital defects, arrhythmias, and heart failure.
   • Neurological Care: For patients with conditions like head trauma, seizures, or coma.
   • Post-Surgical Care: For children recovering from major surgeries.
   • Trauma Care: For children suffering from accidents or injuries.

5. Family-Centered Care

   • Parents or guardians are encouraged to be involved in the child’s care, receiving regular updates and participating in care decisions.
   • PICUs often offer accommodations for family members to stay close to their child.

Common Conditions Treated in the PICU:

• Respiratory Failure
• Severe Trauma or Injury
• Sepsis or Severe Infections
• Cardiac Arrest
• Post-surgical Recovery
• Neurological Emergencies (e.g., head injury, stroke, seizures)
• Severe Dehydration or Electrolyte Imbalance
• Toxic Ingestion or Overdose