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preterm infants
Preterm infants in critical care
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| prevention of hypothermia | dry the infant quickly but thoroughly, remove wet linen, place hat on the infant, set under a warmer, apply clothing or blankets to the infant |
| priority needs of the preterm infant | temp control, vent support, surfactant, O2, volume, nutrition |
| vulnerabilities of the preterm infant | noise/stimulation, infection, oxygen fluctuatios, skin breakdown |