PICU
The pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) utilizes specialized treatment and equipment when your child is critically ill. Physicians and nurses in the PICU are specially trained in pediatrics, so they are able to provide your child with high-quality care.
Pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) in Loxahatchee, Florida
When your child is critically ill or injured, our hospital is able to provide the high level of treatment and support they need.
The PICU at HCA Florida Palms West Children's Hospital provides the highest level of care for children who may be healing from an injury or receiving treatment for a condition. Our PICU is designed for kids of all ages with colorful halls and patient rooms, as well as a playroom and teen room. The pediatric critical care specialists at our hospital will work together to make sure your child receives high-quality treatment and support in a healing environment.
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Conditions treated in the PICU
Our PICU is equipped to treat children who are in need of the highest level of care. Conditions commonly treated in the PICU include:
- Crises related to cancer or blood disorders
- Diabetes complications
- Heart conditions
- Injuries from serious accidents
- Kidney or liver failure
- Severe breathing problems from asthma
- Serious infections
PICU treatments and services
Our PICU has advanced equipment and compassionate staff committed to helping children get better. Services commonly provided in the PICU include:
- 24/7 monitoring with machines that can measure your child's blood pressure, blood oxygen level and heart rate
- Feeding tube support
- Intravenous (IV) therapy for fluids or medication
- Lab or imaging tests to provide more information about your child's medical condition
- Medication administration
- Ventilator support when your child needs extra help breathing
We also work with our pediatric emergency department to provide a seamless transition to the PICU if needed.
Child life specialist
We know that when your child is in the hospital, it can be a stressful time for your family. Because of this, our child life specialists will be there to support your child through therapeutic play and developmentally appropriate activities. They will also be there to help guide your family and address any questions you may have.
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