When every second counts: Compassionate critical care for children

Caring for critically ill children can be stressful for the child and for the parents and care givers. That is why hospitals have a dedicated wing for the intensive medical care for critically ill children and infants. Pediatric Intensive Care Units (PICU) are equipped with modern facilities, advanced technology and specially trained healthcare professionals delivering expert intensive medical support for children.

What is PICU in hospitals?

A PICU is an Intensive Care Unit designed to deliver expert critical care for children. Health care professionals and auxiliary staff are trained to provide continuous support and specialized care for children.  

What is the difference between NICU and PICU?

Which one does your child need?

While NICU’s are designed to cater to the medical needs of critically ill newborns, PICU’s cater to the medical needs of infants and older children and includes specially designed medical equipment such as PICU ventilators and monitoring devices. The unique physiology, emotional and developmental changes in children warrant the need for a dedicated children’s ICU.

When does your child need intensive medical attention?

Critically ill children or post surgery pediatric patients are cared for in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) of a hospital. Children with severe illnesses, respiratory issues and grievous injuries and infections are some of the most common PICU admissions.

Inside the PICU: Advanced care tailored for children

Pediatric Intensive Care in hospitals

Intensive nursing care, pediatric-specific precision healthcare instruments, continuous monitoring,, pediatric advanced life support systems, family involvement and emotional support are what set PICU’s apart from other departments in a hospital. Pediatric ICU specialists, nurses, and auxiliary staff are specially trained to deliver advanced intensive care to infants and young children. 

PICU hospitals provide the highest level of medical care for children with a child-friendly healing environment and advanced equipment used in pediatric intensive care unit. With a 24/7 standby team of multidisciplinary medical professionals, child intensive care departments cater to the requirements of critically ill children and emergency pediatric care services.

Your questions about pediatric critical care—answered!

What age group is admitted to a pediatric ICU?

Typically, children below 18 years requiring critical care and continuous monitoring are admitted into pediatric intensive care units. However, older patients requiring specific care may also be admitted.

Are parents allowed to stay with their child in a PICU ward?

Yes. Depending on the medical condition and adhering to safe PICU protocols, hospitals encourage a parent or immediate care giver to stay with their child in a Child Intensive Care ward. Family-centered care for children admitted in a kid’s intensive care ward is a holistic approach to child care and recovery

How can you help your child understand what to expect during pediatric intensive care?

Parents and caregivers play a crucial role in preparing the child for admission into an ICU for kids. Speak to your child’s doctor for advice on what to bring, what to expect and how to support your child emotionally while recovering in a pediatric intensive care ward.

Motherhood Hospitals advanced care section for children focus on providing expert treatment and recovery support for seriously ill children. Our pediatric critical care units are equipped with advanced equipment for pediatric care. We also have a team of pediatric critical care specialists continuously monitoring and providing the highest possible medical care to pediatric patients requiring intensive care.

When time is critical, rely on the pediatric intensive care expertise at Motherhood Hospitals. Connect with our PICU team for immediate and specialized care for children