Amanda's NICU ED Blogs

Neonatal Seizures

Neonatal Seizures

Neonatal seizures in the NICU explained: causes, clinical signs, diagnosis, and treatment. Learn when to use phenobarbital, fosphenytoin vs levetiracetam, and key RNC-NIC exam pearls for bedside care. ...more

Neuro, Pain, & Sedation

April 23, 2026•13 min read

Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy

Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy

April is HIE awareness month! This blog reviews the pathophysiology of HIE for NICU nurses and examines some of the latest evidence in cooling late preterm infants and holding while cooling. ...more

Neuro, Pain, & Sedation

April 11, 2026•9 min read

Neonatal Delirium

Neonatal Delirium

🧠 Delirium in the NICU is often missed — not because we don’t care, but because it hides in plain sight. Learn how to spot the subtle signs, protect developing brains, and advocate for your tiniest p... ...more

Neuro, Pain, & Sedation

November 05, 2025•10 min read

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