Having a child that is born premature exposes you to the world of NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Units) and SCN (Special Care Nurseries) where it can seem like people are speaking a foreign language. This app created by the Australian premature baby support charity the Lifes Little Treasures Foundation provides easy explanations to the words, machinery and medical terms that you hear in NICU/SCN.NICU Words is a glossary designed to provide clear explanations of what medical terms, medical machinery and what medical roles are in NICU and SCN.Features of this app-Concise list of medical terms and medical machinery-Description of roles of medical personnel in NICU-Search function to help you search for words-Over 170 words and terms featuredEasy to use and a great tool for parents with a little treasure in hospital going through the NICU/SCN journey.

NICU Words alternatives

MyPreemie app

In English or Spanish, depending on your phones setting. MyPreemie is a complete toolkit for the unique practical and emotional needs of families of premature babies. You can also print pages as PDF to save- Contents by the authors of the acclaimed book, PREEMIES: The Essential Guide for Parents of Premature Babies.

  • rating 4.71429
  • size 40.6 MB

Multidrip Glucose Infusion Rate Calculator

GIR Calc

GIR calculator using single or multiple IV drips. Great for medical students, nurses, residents and fellows who work in pediatrics or the neonatal ICU. 3) If NS or other non-sugar containing fluids then enter 0 for % Dex 4) Click calculate

  • size 0.6 MB

TnECHO

Targeted Neonatal Echocardiography (TnECHO) is increasingly used by neonatologists in the intensive care setting to support clinical decisions. The technology may be applied for the evaluation of the neonatal heart, brain, abdomen/pelvis and vascular access. Image optimization techniques are not discussed as it is usually machine specific.

  • size 162 MB