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Caring for Babies in the NICU
Detailed information on caring for babies in the NICU
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
NICUs provide specialized care for the tiniest patients. NICUs may also have intermediate or continuing care areas for babies who are not as sick but do need specialized nursing care.
People You May See in the NICU
The NICU is only for the care of very young infants. Many of the people who help care for your baby in this unit are described below.
