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Antibiotics A person may be given antibiotics to treat infection as well as skin washes that kill harmful surface bacteria. Examples of skin cleansers include chlorhexadine and iodine. IV fluids and electrolytes A proper fluid balance is essential to keep the skin healthy and intact. Correcting an...

There are many other staff that may participate in your loved one’s care. For example, a Speech Language therapist can help identify and treat problems with swallowing and communication. An Occupational Therapist can help figure out what kind of changes to routine and equipment a person with...

All the hospitals in LHSC help train the next generation of health care providers. All students are supervised in their practice by registered staff, and bring a fresh perspective and continuous learning to the health care environment. Go back to Meet the MSICU Staff

PSAs are a second pair of hands for nurses but do not perform hands on care. They may assist with lifts or turns. They ensure each bedside has enough supplies, and that rooms are regularly cleaned. TSAs are responsible for the maintenance of the unit beyond the patient rooms: hallways, heavier...

There are communication clerks at the main desk of the MSICU from 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. They answer the phones, coordinate the flow of information in the MSICU, and assist with maintaining the charts. Unit clerks are a valuable resource to staff, patients, and families. Go back to Meet the...

The volunteers in the MSICU are a bridge between staff and families, and can help you find your way to the bedside of your loved one or get you in touch with a nurse. Volunteers staff the waiting room most days from noon until 8 p.m. If you have any questions, a volunteer can probably help! Go back...

You will see staff with portable x-ray machines in the MSICU. Most patients have a chest x-ray every day. Go back to Meet the MSICU Staff

Physiotherapists provide prevention and treatment to patients for problems related to critical illness and immobility such as range of motion exercises and other exercises to help keep the lungs clear. They also help “mobilize” patients by helping them sit, stand, and walk as they recover. The...

Program Description: Paediatric Inpatient Oncology, Surgery, and Medicine Most often patients from 1year of age to 18 years old Care delivered in a primary care model with all RN staff ALOS 2.8 days Approx 1800 admissions per year General Information: Number of beds: Two 12 bed units All RN staff...

Program Description: Patient Types 0-17 years of age and critically ill Care Provided ventilatory support, dialysis, CVVH, intensive monitoring Average length of stay 3.5 days Other program statistics 750 patients per year (150 newborns, 100 trauma) Transport team that transport 250 neonates and...