Infant Formula in the NICU Formula is specifically created to be the best possible alternative to breast milk for infants. While formula cannot replicate the antibodies or full nutritional value of … [Read more...]
NICU – Breast Milk / Breastfeeding
Posted to NICU: July 28, 2009
Breastfeeding and Breast Milk in the NICU This information below is from WomensHealth.gov: [Source] Breastfeeding is more than a lifestyle choice — it's an important health choice. Any amount … [Read more...]
Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)
Posted to NICU: July 28, 2009
What is Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) Total parenteral nutrition is a way of feeding an infant that delivers nutrients, vitamins, minerals, fats, electrolytes and many other essential components … [Read more...]
Level IV NICU
Posted to NICU: July 28, 2009
Level IV NICU - Level 4 NICU A level 4 NICU is the highest level, and usually can provide the most advanced care for infants, critically ill infants, and premature babies. Infants with extremely … [Read more...]
Level III NICU
Posted to NICU: July 28, 2009
Level III NICU - Level 3 NICU A level 3 NICU is more specialized, and can function as a level 2 NICU as well. Very rarely will a level 3 NICU serve the functions of a level 1 NICU. Level 3 units … [Read more...]
Level II NICU
Posted to NICU: July 28, 2009
Level II NICU - Level 2 NICU A level 2 NICU is a bit more complex than a level I NICU, in that it is used take care of moderately sick infants who are more than likely to recover in a shorter … [Read more...]
Level I NICU
Posted to NICU: July 28, 2009
Level I NICU - Level 1 NICU A level 1 NICU is often called a newborn nursery. These are mandatory in any hospital that delivers babies in a Labor and Delivery Unit. Providing a basic level of care … [Read more...]
NICU Common Medications
Posted to NICU: July 28, 2009
NICU Common Medications List Please consult with a physician regarding any information on these medications. Antibiotics • Ampicillin • Gentamicin • Cefotaxime • Ceftazidime • … [Read more...]
Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)
Posted to NICU: July 28, 2009
NICU Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) What is Ventricular Septal Defect? Information courtesy of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [Source] A ventricular septal defect (VSD) is a heart … [Read more...]
NICU – Turner Syndrome
Posted to NICU: July 28, 2009
NICU Turner Syndrome What is Turner Syndrome? All information courtesy of National Human Genome Research Institute [Source] Turner syndrome is a chromosomal condition that alters development … [Read more...]
NICU – Trisomy 21
Posted to NICU: July 28, 2009
NICU Trisomy 21 (Causes Down Syndrome) What is Trisomy 21? Information courtesy of Genetics Home Reference [Source] Humans normally have 46 chromosomes in each cell, divided into 23 pairs. … [Read more...]
NICU – Trisomy 18
Posted to NICU: July 28, 2009
NICU Trisomy 18 What is Trisomy 18? Information Courtesy of Genetics Home Reference [Source] Trisomy 18, also called Edwards syndrome, is a chromosomal condition associated with severe … [Read more...]
NICU – Tachypnea
Posted to NICU: July 28, 2009
NICU Tachypnea What is Tachypnea? Tachypnea is a condition where a newborn infant is breathing faster than normal at a continuous rate. This can be caused by additional fluid from birth … [Read more...]
NICU – Syphilis
Posted to NICU: July 28, 2009
NICU Syphilis What is Syphilis? Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease. It can be passed to a fetus from the mother by way of the placenta. When the infant is born, it poses a life … [Read more...]
NICU – Spina Bifida
Posted to NICU: July 27, 2009
NICU Spina Bifida What is Spina Bifida? All information courtesy of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke [Source] Spina bifida (SB) is a neural tube defect (a disorder … [Read more...]
