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Neonatal transfer thermoregulation — DIPIMC MCQ

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A premature neonate requires retrieval to a tertiary unit. The infant is at high risk of heat loss during transfer.

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Correct answer: E — Maintain a warm environment, for example a transport incubator or plastic wrap, and monitor temperature

Explanation lettering: C = shown as A · A = shown as C · E = shown as D · D = shown as E

Neonates lose heat rapidly because of their high surface-area-to-mass ratio, so thermoregulation - using a transport incubator, polythene wrapping and temperature monitoring - is a priority during retrieval. Cooling the infant (A) or using inadequate insulation (C) leads to harmful hypothermia, and direct heat packs (E) risk burns. Keeping a premature baby warm is an active, monitored part of safe transfer.

Reference: Neonatal transfer standards; JRCALC