Level II / Level 2 NICU
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A level 2 NICU is a bit more complex than a level I NICU, in that it is used take care of moderately sick infants who are more than likely to recover in a shorter period of time. It can also perform all the functions of a level I NICU.
A level 2 NICU is also likely to stabilize and transfer critically ill infants, as well as infants under 32 weeks gestational age.
In other cases, a Level III NICU infant who has recovered and no longer requires care from a level III unit can be 'promoted' to a Level 2 unit. The infant can be cared for there until discharged.