NICU Flashcards
1
Q
What does NICU stand for?
A
neonatal intensive care unit
2
Q
What does NICU do?
A
Manage all the interactions with the ex utero world of the neonates:
Lung mechanics/gas exchange
renal tubular balance of fluids and electrolytes
Barrier functions of the gut and skin for keeping bacteria out and water in
3
Q
Problems facing babies on NICU and how they are managed
A
Hypothermia - incubators allow temp to be controlled Hypoxia - ventilation Hypoglycaemia Respiratory disress syndrome Infection Intravascular haemorrhage Apnoea Retinopathy of prematurity
