Preventing thermoregulatory issues involves a combination of strategies:
- Immediate Drying: After birth, neonates should be dried quickly to prevent evaporative heat loss. - Skin-to-Skin Contact: Known as kangaroo care, this practice promotes heat transfer from the mother to the infant. - Appropriate Clothing and Bedding: Using hats, warm blankets, and swaddling can help maintain body temperature. - Environmental Controls: Ensuring the delivery room and NICU have optimal temperature settings.
