3) criteria discharge NICU / ICN

3) criteria discharge NICU / ICN.

DISCHARGE CRITERIA (ICU) -

A. When a patient's physiologic status has stabilized and the need for ICU monitoring and care is no longer necessary
B. When a patient's physiological status has deteriorated and active interventions are no longer planned, discharge to a lower level of care is appropriate

ICN criteria:
For growing preterm infants, discharge can be anticipated when the infant:
•weighs ≥1,800 g
•is gaining weight steadily on nipple feedings (breast or bottle)
•can maintain body temperature in an open crib
•has had no episodes of apnea for at least 5d
•has an adequate home environment

Criteria for infants with other medical/surgical conditions vary with the clinical situation.