Thermoregulation in Neonates: the importance of keeping babies at the perfect temperature
How do babies lose heat? Why do we care so much about it? How can we prevent heat loss in babies in the NICU? Learn all about heat loss from conduction, convection, radiation and evaporation- and what we do to prevent these from happening.
Tala Talks NICU
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Dr. Tala is a board-certified neonatologist and has worked in busy level III and IV units for the past 15 years. She has won multiple teaching awards throughout her time as a neonatologist.
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**TIMESTAMPS**
0:50 What is thermoregulation?
2:20 Why do we care about thermoregulation?
5:21 How do babies lose heat?
5:42 Radiation
6:06 Conduction
6:24 Convection
6:40 Evaporation
7:45 How can we prevent heat loss?
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*Disclaimer*: This video is intended for educational purposes only and while
we strive to give the most accurate information, errors may occur. Subsequently,
this video should not be a replacement for medical advice.
