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?

To provide a familiar and soothing environment for the preterm baby 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?

Devices to monitor the baby's vital signs and health status 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?

To prevent sleep disruptions and unnecessary stress Signup and view all the answers

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

To provide a more controlled and protected microenvironment for the baby Signup and view all the answers

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

It automatically controls temperature and humidity based on the baby's skin readings Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a portable incubator?

To shift babies from one location to another Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a premature baby?

A baby born before 37 weeks of gestation Signup and view all the answers

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

Stable temperature regulation Signup and view all the answers

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

Double-walled incubator Signup and view all the answers

What is the default incubator temperature in an NICU?

35℃ Signup and view all the answers

How much is the incubator temperature adjusted at a time?

0.5℃ Signup and view all the answers

What temperature range is the axilla temperature usually maintained between?

36.5℃ to 37.2℃ Signup and view all the answers

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

Hand-access ports are provided Signup and view all the answers

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

Using rolled towels or cloth nappies Signup and view all the answers

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

To avoid suffocation Signup and view all the answers

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

To monitor their blood sugar levels and keep them warm Signup and view all the answers

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

Special phototherapy/fluorescent lights Signup and view all the answers

Which condition may necessitate placing a baby in an incubator?

The baby underwent a life-saving surgery shortly after birth Signup and view all the answers

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

To keep them warm and support their optimal development Signup and view all the answers

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

Respiratory distress syndrome Signup and view all the answers

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

Birth hypoxia Signup and view all the answers

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

To eliminate extraneous stressors and provide better healthcare Signup and view all the answers

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

Open incubators provide more physical contact with the baby, while closed incubators provide a more sterile environment Signup and view all the answers

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