NICU Abbreviations & Phrases to Know
Across
- 2. PNC-need record of this on admission
- 5. non-invasive respiratory use commonly used
- 7. obtained to identify & provide early treatment for over 30 inherited disorders
- 9. bleeding into the fluid-filled spaces of the brain
- 11. IV penicillin is given to mom to prevent this
- 13. withdrawal from intrauterine drug exposure
- 14. twins with separate placentas & amniotic sacs
Down
- 1. amniotic fluid mixed with meconium can cause
- 3. eye disease that can lead to blindness
- 4. a common reason for bradycardia and desaturation
- 6. a common complication with MAS
- 8. ventilator mode where a set rate is delivered to the baby,
- 9. infant with a less than expected rate of growth
- 10. acronym used to troubleshoot deterioration on a ventilator
- 12. with the baby’s own respiratory