What is the Role of Incubators and Radiant Warmers?
Incubators and radiant warmers are essential tools in the NICU to assist with thermoregulation:
- Incubators: These provide a controlled environment with regulated temperature and humidity, reducing heat loss through convection, radiation, and evaporation. - Radiant Warmers: These devices use infrared heat to maintain the neonate’s temperature, allowing easy access for medical procedures while keeping the infant warm.
