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How are peripheral lines used for babies in the NICU?
A peripheral line is an IV placed into the baby's arm, hand, leg, foot, or scalp. To place a... Full Answer12/31/1969
Why might my baby have an umbilical catheter while he's in the NICU?
An umbilical catheter is inserted through the end of the baby’s umbilical cord into either an... Full Answer12/31/1969
How is an umbilical catheter inserted into my baby in the NICU?
An umbilical catheter is inserted through the end of the baby’s umbilical cord into... Full Answer12/31/1969
Why might my baby in the NICU have an arterial line?
Your baby may have an arterial line in the NICU. An arterial line is similar to an intravenous... Full Answer12/31/1969
How is an IV pump used for babies in the NICU?
In the NICU, your baby's intravenous (IV) catheter may be hooked up to an IV pump. An IV pump... Full Answer12/31/1969
Why might my baby in the NICU have intravenous (IV) therapy?
Babies who are premature, have breathing problems, or are too sick or stressed to receive... Full Answer12/31/1969
How do chest tubes help my baby breathe in the NICU?
Your baby may need one or more chest tubes in the NICU, especially if he had chest surgery, has... Full Answer12/31/1969
How does a ventilator help my baby breathe in the NICU?
A ventilator is attached to your NICU baby by a small, plastic tube leading from the... Full Answer12/31/1969
What breathing equipment may be used for my baby in the NICU?
A variety of devices can help your baby breathe better in the NICU or give your baby additional... Full Answer12/31/1969
Why is my baby in an incubator in the NICU?
When your baby is transferred to the NICU, he may be placed in an open warmer, an incubator, or a... Full Answer12/31/1969
What will happen if my baby's vital signs become abnormal in the NICU?
If any of your baby’s vital signs become abnormal, an alarm will sound to alert the NICU... Full Answer12/31/1969
How will my baby be monitored in the NICU?
Your baby will be closely monitored throughout her stay in the NICU. This means wires, tubes,... Full Answer12/31/1969
What are the health benefits of skin-to-skin care for NICU babies?
Skin-to-skin care has important health benefits for NICU babies: Calms and soothes your baby... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is skin-to-skin care for babies in the NICU?
Skin-to-skin care in the NICU means holding your baby closely, with your bare skin touching.... Full Answer12/31/1969
What will the NICU be like for my baby?
To help babies better cope with their surroundings, each NICU tries to keep environmental... Full Answer12/31/1969
