Incubators, Infant
| Definition: |
Electrically powered devices that are intended to assist in the maintenance of the thermal balance of infants, principally by controlling the air temperature and humidity in an enclosure. (from UMDNS, 1999) |
| Also Called: |
Infant Radiant Warmers |
Incubators, Infant Definitions and Terms
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