Managing Abstinence in Newborns (MAiN): Redesigning NAS care for the mother/baby unit

Publication date: Available online 26 December 2019Source: HealthcareAuthor(s): Jennifer Hudson, Elizabeth Charron, Julie Bedi, Lori Dickes, Rachel Mayo, Windsor Westbrook SherrillAbstract•Multiple system components can be engaged to provide improved patient care for infants with NAS and their caregivers.•Prenatal consultation between mothers taking long-acting opioids and newborn care providers improves communication and care plan development for the newborn.•A multidisciplinary team and standardized processes allow NAS care and treatment to be safely provided on Mother/Baby units.•Outpatient weaning under the supervision of a medical home is a feasible alternative to a prolonged hospital stay for newborns on pharmacotherapy.
Source: Healthcare - Category: Middle East Health Source Type: research