Elevated Lactate in Newborns: What NICU Nurses Need to Know

Elevated Lactate in Newborns: What NICU Nurses Need to Know

Elevated Lactate in Newborns: What NICU Nurses Need to KnowAmanda
Published on: 04/10/2026

What does an elevated lactate mean in a newborn? Learn how NICU nurses can interpret lactate, recognize trends, assess perfusion, and put the number in context.

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PIP vs. PEEP: A Practical Guide for NICU Nurses

PIP vs. PEEP: A Practical Guide for NICU Nurses

PIP vs. PEEP: A Practical Guide for NICU NursesAmanda
Published on: 20/09/2026

Confused by PIP, PEEP, delta P, and tidal volume? Learn what each ventilator pressure means and how NICU nurses can interpret them at the bedside.

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How to explain A/B/D's to NICU Families

How to explain A/B/D's to NICU Families

How to explain A/B/D's to NICU FamiliesAmanda
Published on: 17/07/2026

Struggling to explain A/B/Ds to NICU parents? Learn how to translate complex physiology into compassionate, jargon-free language. Build trust, reduce parental fear, and empower families with these practical, bedside-tested communication scripts.

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First 90 Days as a NICU Nurse

First 90 Days as a NICU Nurse

First 90 Days as a NICU NurseAmanda
Published on: 10/07/2026

What I wish I knew before becoming a NICU nurse. From building confidence to thinking critically, these 10 lessons will help you navigate your first 90 days in the NICU.

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Neonatal Code Meds

Neonatal Code Meds

Neonatal Code MedsAmanda
Published on: 09/07/2026

When a NICU code is called, medications matter but understanding why they’re given matters just as much! Learn the physiology behind neonatal code medications and become a more confident resuscitation team member.

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Does NICU Limit You?

Does NICU Limit You?

Does NICU Limit You?Amanda
Published on: 28/06/2026

Don't let someone else's doubts define your nursing career. Discover why becoming a NICU nurse opened more doors than I ever imagined.

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