The evolution of the neonatal nurse practitioner role in Australia: A discussion paper
ConclusionThe senior clinical role of the neonatal nurse practitioner continues to evolve. There are challenges to be overcome, however there are now more than thirty neonatal nurse practitioners in Australia and together the possibilities for expansion of their role are limitless. This can only be of benefit to our babies, their families and the nursing profession. (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - January 24, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Proactive delivery of nicotine replacement therapy to families of hospitalized infants in a NICU: A randomized controlled pilot trial
This study demonstrated feasibility and acceptability for offering NRT and motivational advice to NICU parents and supports further intervention refinement with NICU families. (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - January 12, 2020 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Barriers and facilitators to the implementation of Kangaroo Mother Care in the community - A qualitative study
This study aimed to identify barriers and facilitators to KMC implementation and identify solutions for overcoming the barriers. This study was a rapid qualitative study included in-depth interviews and observations with ten LBWIs' mothers post-discharge from Koja District Hospital, North Jakarta and five health workers in North Jakarta. The informants were selected by consecutive sampling. Observations explored KMC practices among LBWIs’ mothers, and in-depth interviews identified barriers and facilitators to KMC practice and explored feasible solutions for handling the barriers. The data was analysed by thematic analys...
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - December 20, 2019 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
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Publication date: February 2020Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing, Volume 26, Issue 1Author(s): (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - December 20, 2019 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
2020: A new and clearer vision
Publication date: February 2020Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing, Volume 26, Issue 1Author(s): Leslie Altimier, Breidge Boyle (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - December 20, 2019 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page
Publication date: February 2020Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing, Volume 26, Issue 1Author(s): (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - December 20, 2019 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Neonatal nursing workforce survey – What does the landscape look like in England?
Publication date: Available online 13 December 2019Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): Lynne Patterson, Claire O'Mara, Linda HunnAbstractThe aim of this survey was to identify an in-depth analysis of the staffing in all the neonatal units in the Operational Delivery Networks in England. A survey tool was constructed by the lead nurses from the ODN's in conjunction with a data analyst. This was then sent to all of the managers in every unit in England to complete. Questions were asked around nursing staff vacancies, how these were being managed, how registered and unregistered staff were being educated, if link nu...
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - December 14, 2019 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Analysing cost of hospital care to a family with an extreme preterm neonate
ConclusionsThe average per day charges was USD 107.4 (IQR 94.6–135.5). Stringent efforts should be made by the health care teams to optimise the costs to families. Neonatal intensive care needs to be commercially viable as well. (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - December 10, 2019 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Support and information needs of parents and carers of preterm babies requiring respiratory support on the neonatal unit: A qualitative systematic review
Publication date: Available online 9 December 2019Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): Audrey Tan, Ferruccio Pelone, Stephanie Arnold, Josie Anderson, Gillian Kennedy, Joanna GoodmanAbstractPreterm babies who require respiratory support are often connected to invasive ventilation equipment or oxygen administration equipment. The practical difficulties that families might face in being with, and caring for, their baby can cause additional anxiety and upset. Nine databases were systematically searched from 1990 to 2019. Primary qualitative studies from OECD countries with a substantial focus on support and informati...
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - December 10, 2019 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Predictors of factors affecting rate of change of temperature of preterm/LBW neonates from delivery to admission to NICU: Use of a continuous temperature monitoring device (Helyxon fever watch)
ConclusionSignificant proportion of neonates after birth is hypothermic at admission to NICU. Low delivery room temperature and prematurity are associated with neonatal hypothermia. Implementing WHO recommendation of increasing delivery room temperature to 25 °C and above can help in reducing the incidence of neonatal hypothermia. (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - December 5, 2019 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
The impact of continuous blood glucose monitoring on glucose stability in the preterm infant; A systematic review
ConclusionsFurther research is required before CGM can be introduced into the routine care of the preterm infant. (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - November 30, 2019 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
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Publication date: December 2019Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing, Volume 25, Issue 6Author(s): (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - November 27, 2019 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Council of International Neonatal Nurses (COINN) News page
Publication date: December 2019Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing, Volume 25, Issue 6Author(s): (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - November 27, 2019 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Goodbye 2019 and hello 2020: The futuristic decade
Publication date: Available online 24 October 2019Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): Leslie Altimier, Breidge Boyle (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - October 25, 2019 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Drug and nutrient administration on the NICU – is delivery during breastfeeding an alternative to oral syringes?
ConclusionsThis study shows the potential benefits of alternative methods for infant oral therapeutic delivery, and that administration during breastfeeding could be a potential solution. (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - October 20, 2019 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
