# NICU > Neonatal intensive care clinical decision support and calculation tool. (iPhone/iPad app by Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nicu/id892400507 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust](https://appshunter.io/developer/468673963) - Category: Medical, Health & Fitness - Price: $6.99 - Rating: 1.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 6.0 · 9 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2014-07-07 - Data updated: 2026-07-04 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nicu/id892400507/reviews.md ## What is NICU? The most comprehensive handheld cot side tool for clinicians working in neonatal intensive care Integrating both guidelines and the ability to do rapid drug, infusion, procedural and physiological calculations at the cot side. An essential resource for medical and nursing staff of all levels. ABOUT Over recent years it has become increasingly important to follow evidence based guidelines and practice in neonatal care. The range and complexity of drug and infusion calculations has increased making it difficult for the clinician. The NicuApp makes it easy to make rapid and accurate calculations without distracting from the direct care of the infant. Calculation of drug and infusion doses can be time consuming and complex. The NicuApp allows users to define their own patient parameters with calculations being based on gestation, age and weight. This not only saves time, but ensures accuracy, thereby reducing the risk of drug error. The NicuApp allows physicians and nurses to rapidly look up evidence based guidelines relevant to the care of infants. The management of a specific condition, an explanation of how to carry out a practical procedure or reference ranges for biophysical parameters. All this information is available by the cot side without the need for an internet connection. The NicuApp makes it easy to reference suggested neonatal guidelines; calculate drug and infusion doses; along with procedural and physiological parameter calculations. A comprehensive handheld tool for medical and nursing staff of all levels. The App is not a substitute for clinical judgement or institutional policies, thus it should complement and not replace normal procedures for making clinical decisions. ## Key features - Drug and infusion calculations - Procedural calculations - Physiological parameter calculations - Evidence-based guidelines lookup - Offline access to information - Customizable patient parameters ## Recent user reviews (2 of 2) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nicu/id892400507/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Guidelines closed the app! *2023-05-09* If you touch guidelines, it closes the app! You need to update this app BADLY! ### 1/5 — Terrible *2019-08-17, version 2.3* Limited subjects, short explanations. Do not waste your money! ## Frequently asked questions about NICU ### What is NICU? NICU is a comprehensive handheld tool designed for clinicians in neonatal intensive care. It integrates guidelines and performs rapid drug, infusion, procedural, and physiological calculations at the bedside. ### What kind of calculations does NICU perform? NICU performs drug and infusion dose calculations, procedural calculations, and physiological parameter calculations. It allows users to define patient parameters based on gestation, age, and weight for accurate results. ### Can NICU be used offline? Yes, NICU provides access to evidence-based guidelines and information without requiring an internet connection, making it a reliable tool at the cot side. ### Is NICU a substitute for clinical judgment? No, NICU is intended to complement, not replace, clinical judgment or institutional policies. It serves as a resource to aid in making clinical decisions. ### What devices does NICU support? NICU is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod, making it accessible on various Apple mobile devices. ### What is the age rating for NICU? NICU has an age rating of 12+, indicating it is suitable for users aged 12 and above. ### How often is NICU updated? The latest version of NICU is 2.3, which was released on January 28, 2015. The app was initially released on July 7, 2014. ### What is the price of NICU? NICU is a paid application priced at $6.99. ## Version history (last 4 releases) ### 2.3 — 2015-01-28 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Revision to Phototherapy and Exchange Transfusion graphing ### 2.2 — 2014-10-04 Revision to Glucose Delivery calculation ### 2.1 — 2014-07-06 List of Patient's improvements ### 2.0 — 2014-07-01 No release notes. ## Apps similar to NICU | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [NIPE - textbook in a pocket™](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nipe-textbook-in-a-pocket/id1471004084) | — | Free | Medical | | [Neonatal Guide](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neonatal-guide/id1544410361) | 5.0 (1) | $24.99 | Medical | | [Drug Infusion in UCI Emergency](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drug-infusion-in-uci-emergency/id1562639954) | 4.1 (65) | $4.99 | Medical | | [The Lullaby Trust Baby Check](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-lullaby-trust-baby-check/id1013901455) | — | Free | Medical | | [NeonaCal](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neonacal/id1191253965) | 5.0 (1) | $1.99 | Medical | | [ABG interpreter](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abg-interpreter/id1588117683) | 3.0 (2) | Free | Medical | ## More apps by Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust - [Paediatric Emergency Tools](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paediatric-emergency-tools/id415663345) - [RightBreathe](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rightbreathe/id1171045042) All apps by Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust: https://appshunter.io/developer/468673963 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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