Navigating the ICU

Welcome to Navigating the ICU. We hope the information on these pages will help you better understand what is going on in the critical and intensive care units (CrCU/CVICU/D4 ICU/B5 ICU). We will also need your guidance to help us look after your loved one and hope that you will feel part of the care team.

Questions you may have about the ICU

Who is who in the ICU?

What do I need to know about the ICU?

How to communicate with care providers?

How can I help take care of my loved one?

What are life supporting interventions?

How can I learn about my loved one’s disease?

What happens after the ICU?

What do I need to know about end-of-life care?

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Contact us

416-480-6100
CrCU ext. 4196 • CVICU ext. 6090 • MCUE ext. 7719 • B5 ICU ext. 4189 • D4 ICU ext. 7811

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The information on these pages are meant for general background. To learn more about how this information relates to your loved one, please consult the health care team.