What is the recommended environmental temperature range for a newborn in NLS?

The recommended environmental temperature range for a newborn during Newborn Life Support (NLS) is 23-25 degrees Celsius. This temperature range is crucial for maintaining normothermia in newborns, as they are highly susceptible to hypothermia due to their limited insulating body fat and high surface area-to-volume ratio.

Maintaining the correct temperature helps to stabilize the newborn's metabolic responses, support thermoregulation, and reduce the risk of complications such as hypoglycemia and respiratory distress. This range is based on evidence that shows optimal conditions for neonatal care, allowing for adequate warmth while avoiding overheating.

Other temperature ranges listed may not optimally support the newborn's needs, as they might either be too low, which can increase the risk of thermal stress, or too high, which could lead to potential thermoregulatory problems. Therefore, ensuring the environment remains within 23-25 degrees Celsius is key to providing safe and effective care for newborns.