The nasal cannula (NC) is a device used to deliver supplemental oxygen to a patient or person in need of extra oxygen. This device consists of a plastic tube which fits behind the ears, and a set of … [Read more...]
NICU Respiratory Care – CPAP
Posted to NICU: July 30, 2009
NICU CPAP CPAP stands for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure. This common form of infant respiratory care helps a baby breathe by providing a small amount of pressurized air. Severe respiratory … [Read more...]
NICU Respiratory Care – Oscillator
Posted to NICU: July 30, 2009
NICU Oscillator Oxygen Management / Respiratory Care An oscillator is a more recent version of a ventilator that keeps the lungs open with a constant positive end-expiratory pressure, … [Read more...]
NICU Respiratory Care – Ventilator
Posted to NICU: July 30, 2009
NICU Ventilator A ventilator in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit is a machine that is used to breathe for an infant when the baby is incapable breathing on its own. A ventilator simulates breaths by … [Read more...]
