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- Title
Implementation and Evaluation of an Individualized Developmental Care Program in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
- Authors
Bredemeyer, Sandie; Reid, Shelley; Polverino, Jan; Wocadlo, Crista
- Abstract
PURPOSE. This study aims to detect differences in outcomes for very preterm infants after the introduction of developmental care in a neonatal nursery, and to evaluate the effect of developmental care on parental well-being. DESIGN AND METHODS. Prospective before and after cohort study of very preterm babies, with education for all staff between cohorts. RESULTS. No significant differences were found between cohorts for short-term outcomes for babies or parental anxiety levels or depression. All infants scored within normal temperament ranges at 4 months. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS. Developmental care is a safe practice model. The interdisciplinary study facilitated professional development and increased the knowledge of nurses.
- Subjects
NEWBORN infant care; ANXIETY; PSYCHOLOGICAL stress; MENTAL depression; WELL-being; PARENTS
- Publication
Journal for Specialists in Pediatric Nursing, 2008, Vol 13, Issue 4, p281
- ISSN
1539-0136
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1111/j.1744-6155.2008.00163.x