GDA Nursing Class Notes 20

HOSPITAL

A hospital is a healthcare institution or medical facility that provides a wide range of medical, surgical, diagnostic, and therapeutic services to patients who are ill, injured, or in need of medical care and treatment. Hospitals are typically staffed by a team of healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, specialists, and support staff, who work together to diagnose, treat, and care for patients with various medical conditions.

TYPES OF HOSPITAL

•COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

•PUBLIC HOSPITAL

•PRIVATE HOSPITAL

•RURAL HOSPITALS

•TEACHING HOSPITAL

GENERAL HOSPITAL

SPECIALITY HOSPITAL

1.PSYCHIATRY

2.REHABILITATION

3.CHILDREN’S

4.CARDIAC

5.SURGICAL

6.ORTHOPEDIC

DEPARTMENTS IN A HOSPITAL

•CLINICAL DEPARTMENT

•NURSING DEPARTMENT

•SUPPORTIVE DEPARTMENT

•ADMINISTRATIVE DEPARTMENT

CLINICAL DEPARTMENTS

Clinical departments within a hospital or healthcare facility are specialized units or divisions responsible for the diagnosis, treatment, and management of specific medical conditions, diseases, or patient populations. These departments are staffed by healthcare professionals with expertise in their respective fields. Clinical departments play a crucial role in providing comprehensive healthcare services.

1.EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

An Emergency Department (ED), also commonly referred to as an Emergency Room (ER), is a specialized department within a hospital or medical facility that is dedicated to providing immediate medical care and treatment to patients with acute and potentially life-threatening medical conditions, injuries, or emergencies. The primary purpose of an Emergency Department is to assess, stabilize, and initiate treatment for patients in urgent need of medical attention.

2.INTENSIVE CARE UNIT

An Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is a specialized medical department within a hospital or healthcare facility that provides highly specialized care to patients with severe, life-threatening, or critical medical conditions. ICUs are staffed by a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals who have advanced training and experience in managing critically ill patients. The primary goal of an ICU is to provide intensive monitoring, treatment, and support to stabilize and improve the health of patients facing serious medical challenges.