Common terms - N
Nasogastric tube (NGT):
This is a long, thin tube, which is passed via a baby’s nose into his
stomach. When the tube is passed through the mouth it's called an oro-gastric
tube (OGT). This tube has several functions but in the main it is used as a way
to give a baby small and frequent milk feeds.
Necrotising enterocolitis (NEC)
Nectotising enterocolitis is a condition where a baby's intestines become
inflamed.
Neurodevelopmental
Neurodevelopmental outcome is a measure of how a baby learns and adapts to
his environment. It is concerned with growth and movement, language and
communication, play and behaviour and social and emotional aspects of
development in the baby.
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NNU
This is a shortened form of neonatal unit. This includes both intensive
care and special care nurseries.
Nest
A 'nest' is a small oval shaped sheet with padded sides. Babies can be
snuggled into the nest and made to feel contained.
NICU
This is a shortened form of neonatal intensive care unit.
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