Question
What is the optimal room temperature for premature infants?
Answer
Premature infants have weaker thermoregulation abilities, making it crucial to maintain an appropriate room temperature. Generally, the room temperature for premature infants should be kept between 24℃ to 26℃, with a relative humidity of 55% to 65%. For lighter premature infants, stricter warming measures are required, such as being placed in an incubator. The incubator temperature should be adjusted according to the infant’s weight; for those weighing between 1001 to 1500g, the temperature should be between 32℃ to 34℃, and for those weighing less than 1000g, the temperature should be between 34℃ to 36℃. Additionally, reducing noise, light, and pain stimuli are also important factors in managing the environment for premature infants.