Tay-Sachs disease
Publication date: Available online 2 March 2020Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): Kathy Lopez Vasquez (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - March 3, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
A reflection on archibald article, “What about fathers? A review of a fathers' peer support group on a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit” (2019)
Publication date: Available online 26 February 2020Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): Ana Cristina Gomes, Zaida Charepe (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - February 27, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral counseling on the mental health of premature infants’ mothers in neonatal intensive care unit
Publication date: Available online 25 February 2020Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): Elaheh Samani, Atefeh Ahmadi, Hamid Sharifi (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - February 26, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Physiological vital sign differences between well newborns greater than 34 weeks gestation: A pilot study
Publication date: Available online 25 February 2020Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): Michelle Paliwoda, Fiona Bogossian, Mark W. Davies, Emma Ballard, Karen New (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - February 26, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
A new look at becoming a family-friendly NICU: Parental needs
Publication date: Available online 10 February 2020Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): Leslie Altimier, Breidge Boyle (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - February 11, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Knowledge of low birth weight care as a source of coping strategies for mothers: Cross sectional study in perinatology WARD'S
This study aimed to examine the relationship between knowledge on LBW infant care and mothers' coping strategies. Sixty mothers of LBW infants admitted to the perinatology ward, selected through a quota sampling method, participated in this study. The inclusion criteria were all mothers who have LBW infants with the following condition without congenital defects, not using respiratory aids, and able to drink orally. Data were collected through interviews using a three-part questionnaire: parental demographics and infant characteristics, the Maternal Knowledge Score, and the Coping Strategy Scale. A multiple linear regressi...
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - February 8, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Reflections on developing a protocol for pre and debriefs on a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU)
Publication date: Available online 7 February 2020Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): Sarah-Jane Archibald, Sara O'CurryAbstractStaff working on NICUs are often the ones who witness and experience traumatic responses from parents and families, as well as having to care for some of the sickest babies in the country. They are frequently faced with significant ethical dilemmas and are therefore exposed to traumatic situations, including management of the baby's medical needs and exposure to death. One way of meeting the emotional wellbeing needs of staff is for NICUs to offer prebriefs and debriefs. However, the lit...
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - February 8, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Neonatal nurses’ perceptions of topical coconut oil for very preterm infants
Publication date: Available online 6 February 2020Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): Tobias Strunk, Melanie MacDougall, Julie Hibbert, Sanjay PatoleAbstractLately, we reported that topical application of coconut oil is safe and feasible in very preterm infants and that this intervention has beneficial effects on skin condition and may be associated with improved neonatal outcomes 1−3. This prophylactic measure is predominantly a nursing intervention; neonatal nurses apply the coconut oil and educate and supervise parents in its use as part of family integrated care. Here, we complement our published observatio...
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - February 7, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Developing a guideline for transferring premature infants from an incubator to an open crib
Publication date: Available online 31 January 2020Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): Ani Jacob, Joanne CasatelliAbstractThe purpose was to identify guidelines for successful transfer of stable preterm infants from an incubator to open crib while maintaining thermoregulation within the acceptable axillary temperature of 36.5–37.20 C. The results shows that weight is not the primary criteria for a successful transfer, rather the brain maturity of the infants. The incubator weaning should be gradual and when the incubator temperature is weaned to 26.80–26.9 °C with infant's temperature within acceptable rang...
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - February 1, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Neonatal nurses’ perceptions of using live streaming video cameras to view infants in a regional NICU
Publication date: Available online 31 January 2020Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): Meegan Lesley Kilcullen, Yogavijayan Kandasamy, Michelle Evans, Yogesan Kanagasignam, Ian Atkinson, Steven van der Valk, Janardhan Vignarajan, Michelle BaxterAbstractTertiary hospital services have introduced live streaming video cameras into Neonatal units with the aim of reducing distress and enhancing bonding and attachment between infants and parents during hospitalisation. However, there is a paucity of research exploring the impact of using live streaming video cameras in the neonatal unit. The aim of this study was to des...
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - February 1, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
How is the communication of bad news being performed in Neonatal Intensive Care Units and how to improve it: A Scoping Review
ConclusionsDespite the knowledge about the particularities of the context, the professionals only make a situational diagnosis, requiring the use of tools or protocols that seek to facilitate understanding and reduce any trauma. In addition, points of change and investigation are brought into the daily practice of professionals, as well as key concepts for understanding the phenomenon. (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - January 30, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Exploring the impact of a Dual-Occupancy NICU design on parental experience
Publication date: Available online 27 January 2020Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): Margaret Broom, Zsuzsoka KecskesAbstractA comparative observational study was undertaken to compare the impact of Open-Bay and Dual-Occupancy Intensive Care Unit (NICU) design on parent activities and evaluate their perceptions of both designs. Study methods included: a parent activity study, parent feedback surveys comparing physical environments, and parental involvement. Post transition parent interviews (n = 10) were conducted to gain a deeper insight into families' experiences in the Dual-Occupancy NICU. Results showed pa...
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - January 28, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Prevention of central line-associated bloodstream infections in the neonatal intensive care unit: A literature review
Publication date: Available online 28 January 2020Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): Stacey PaplawskiAbstractCentral line-associated bloodstream infections are a significant patient safety issue for newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit. Preventing these devastating and costly infections is a global priority for health organisations and key to minimising harm for this vulnerable population. The aim of this literature review is to explore and identify evidence-based prevention strategies for central line-associated blood stream infections in neonates. Thematic analysis of the literature revealed four effec...
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - January 28, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Physiological parameters of preterm infants in different postures: An observational study
Publication date: Available online 24 January 2020Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): Fatemeh Cheraghi, Mina kiani Mahabadi, Effat Sadeghian, Leili Tapak, Behnaz BasiriAbstractPositioning is performed to provide support, comfort and physiological stability of preterm infants. This observational study aimed to compare the physiological parameters of preterm infants with respiratory distress in different postures in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Ninety five preterm infants with respiratory distress under continuous positive airway pressure or positive end-expiratory pressure were selected by non-probability samplin...
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - January 26, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Estimating the endotracheal tube insertion length in newborn infants using weight or gestation: A randomized controlled trial
ConclusionEstimating the endotracheal tube insertion length in newborns using gestational age resulted in more correctly placed ET tube tips compared to weight. (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - January 26, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
