wardEC
wardEC is a term that typically refers to a specific hospital ward or unit, with the "EC" often standing for "Emergency Care" or "Extended Care," depending on the healthcare facility. These wards are designed to manage patients requiring immediate medical attention or those needing longer-term rehabilitation and specialized care that extends beyond typical acute hospital stays.
Emergency Care units (EC) are critical for responding to life-threatening conditions and injuries. They are staffed
Extended Care (EC) wards, on the other hand, focus on patients who have been discharged from acute