high dependency unit

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|healthcare}} An [[area]] for [[patients]] who require more [[intensive]] [[observation]], [[treatment]] and [[nursing]] [[care]] than would be usually provided on a general [[ward]]. A standard of care between the general ward and full [[intensive]] care.

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