Incubators for Babies: Types and Importance
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What is the primary purpose of using an incubator for a preterm baby?

  • To mimic the mother's womb and provide a soothing environment
  • To monitor the baby's vital signs and provide medical care
  • To protect the baby from environmental pathogens and allergens
  • To provide a controlled environment with regulated temperature, humidity, and oxygen levels (correct)

Where are incubators typically used for preterm babies?

  • In the pediatric ward
  • In a separate setup called the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) (correct)
  • In the mother's room
  • In the hospital nursery

Which of the following features does an incubator NOT provide for a preterm baby?

  • Monitoring of the baby's vital signs (correct)
  • Regulation of temperature, humidity, and oxygen levels
  • Protection from allergens and environmental pathogens
  • Noise reduction to prevent sleep disruptions and stress

What is the primary reason for using an incubator to mimic the mother's womb?

<p>To provide a familiar and soothing environment for the preterm baby (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a feature of an incubator that helps provide medical care to a preterm baby?

<p>Devices to monitor the baby's vital signs and health status (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of the incubator's ability to tune out excess noise for a preterm baby?

<p>To prevent sleep disruptions and unnecessary stress (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a double-walled incubator?

<p>To provide a more controlled and protected microenvironment for the baby (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key feature of a servo-controlled incubator?

<p>It automatically controls temperature and humidity based on the baby's skin readings (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a portable incubator?

<p>To shift babies from one location to another (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a premature baby?

<p>A baby born before 37 weeks of gestation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason a baby may need an incubator?

<p>Stable temperature regulation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of incubator is designed to provide a more controlled and protected environment for the baby?

<p>Double-walled incubator (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the default incubator temperature in an NICU?

<p>35℃ (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much is the incubator temperature adjusted at a time?

<p>0.5℃ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What temperature range is the axilla temperature usually maintained between?

<p>36.5℃ to 37.2℃ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is used to access the baby in the incubator without disturbing the temperature and humidity equilibrium?

<p>Hand-access ports are provided (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are boundaries for the baby's positioning usually created in the incubator?

<p>Using rolled towels or cloth nappies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to keep the baby's face clear when placed in the incubator?

<p>To avoid suffocation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might babies born to mothers with gestational diabetes be placed in an incubator?

<p>To monitor their blood sugar levels and keep them warm (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which feature of an incubator is mentioned as helping in the treatment of jaundice?

<p>Special phototherapy/fluorescent lights (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition may necessitate placing a baby in an incubator?

<p>The baby underwent a life-saving surgery shortly after birth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential reason for placing low birth weight babies in an incubator?

<p>To keep them warm and support their optimal development (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is NOT mentioned as a reason for placing a baby in an incubator?

<p>Respiratory distress syndrome (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential complication of a prolonged or traumatic delivery?

<p>Birth hypoxia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of an incubator in neonatal care?

<p>To eliminate extraneous stressors and provide better healthcare (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between an open incubator and a closed incubator?

<p>Open incubators provide more physical contact with the baby, while closed incubators provide a more sterile environment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of incubator is generally used to maintain the temperature of a just-born baby for a few hours?

<p>Radiant warmer (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which incubator type provides better heat circulation and temperature control?

<p>Closed incubator (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of a closed incubator over an open incubator?

<p>Better humidity and temperature control (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which incubator type is best suited for babies who require germ protection?

<p>Closed incubator (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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