terapia intensiva
/teˈra.pja in.tenˈsi.va/A specialized medical unit providing critical care to patients with life-threatening conditions, equipped with advanced monitoring and life-support systems.
La terapia intensiva è fondamentale per i pazienti in condizioni critiche.
Intensive care is essential for patients in critical condition.
Also referred to as ICU (Intensive Care Unit) in English.
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Medical Context
This term is exclusively used in medical contexts and is not interchangeable with general 'terapia' (therapy).
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In Italian, 'terapia intensiva' is written in lowercase unless it starts a sentence.
📖Word Origin
From 'terapia' (therapy) + 'intensiva' (intensive), reflecting the specialized and high-intensity nature of the medical care provided.
📝Usage Notes
In Italian, 'terapia intensiva' is the standard term for intensive care, while 'rianimazione' may refer to a specific type of ICU focused on resuscitation.