Introduction

Application of These Standards

Substantive changes to 8^th Edition

The Newborn Intensive Care Unit

Standards:

Delivery Room Standard

Newborn ICU Standards

1. Unit Configuration
2. Location within the Hospital
3. Family Entry and Reception Entry
4. Safety/Infant Security
5. Minimum Space, Clearance, and Privacy Requirements for the Infant Space
6. Single Family Room Space
7. Airborne Infection Isolation Area
8. Operating Rooms Intended for Use by Newborn ICU Patients
9. Electrical, Gas Supply and Mechanical
10. Ambient Temperature and Ventilation
11. Handwashing
12. General Support Space
13. Staff Support Space
14. Support Space for Ancillary Services
15. Administrative Space
16. Family Support Space
17. Family Transition Room(s)
18. Ceiling Finishes
19. Wall Surfaces
20. Floor Spaces
21. Furnishings
22. Ambient Lighting in Infant Care Area
23. Procedure Lighting in Infant Care Area
24. Illumination of Support Areas
25. Daylighting
26. Access to Nature and other Positive Distractions
27. Acoustic Environment

Glossary

References