What specific advanced monitoring capability might a patient utilize in an IMU that is usually unavailable on a standard telemetry floor?

Continuous non-invasive positive pressure ventilation (like BiPAP)

The technology available in an Intermediate Care Unit (IMU) is specifically enhanced to manage borderline stability that general floors cannot support. While a standard telemetry unit focuses primarily on basic rhythm monitoring, the IMU is equipped for more sophisticated interventions without requiring a full ICU setup. For instance, patients in an IMU might be supported by continuous non-invasive positive pressure ventilators, such as BiPAP machines, which require dedicated equipment and specialized monitoring that standard telemetry rooms are generally not equipped to handle or support safely. This allows for respiratory support during stabilization without needing intubation.