Critical congenital heart disease screening does not predict car seat tolerance screen outcomes
ConclusionsCCHD screening is poorly sensitive and has poor PV for identifying those infants who are at risk of failing a CSTS. We therefore cannot recommend replacement of the CSTS with routine CCHD screening. (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - July 11, 2018 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Evaluation of an intervention to increase clinician knowledge and confidence to support breastfeeding, kangaroo care and positive touch within neonatal units
This study suggests that a clinician focussed intervention can lead to positive changes in clinician confidence, knowledge and practice in supporting parents to undertake breastfeeding and kangaroo care in neonatal units. (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - July 11, 2018 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Survey of neonatal nurses' practices and beliefs in relation to skin health
Publication date: April 2018Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing, Volume 24, Issue 2Author(s): Hannah L. Liversedge, Dan L. Bader, Lisette Schoonhoven, Peter R. WorsleyAbstractDespite the reported high prevalence of skin damage in neonatal units, little is known regarding assessment and management of neonatal skin.A questionnaire was designed addressing beliefs and practices of participants. This was distributed to neonatal nurses across southern England.In total 56 responses were returned (7% response rate). Incidence of damage was perceived to be high, with 26% of participants reporting that this occurred daily. Skin dama...
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - July 11, 2018 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Necrotising enterocolitis and neonatal sepsis: A literature review
Publication date: April 2018Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing, Volume 24, Issue 2Author(s): Allyson Macdonald, Janet GreenAbstractNecrotising Enterocolitis is a common infection and medical emergency effecting susceptible premature and low birth weight infants, cared for within Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU). Characteristics of the disease include fever, abdominal distention, bilious vomits and aspirates, poor enteral feeding and blood present in stool. Without prompt management, the risk of ischemia and necrosis of the infant bowel is high, leading to the likely development of Short Bowel Syndrome (SBS). Medical m...
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - July 11, 2018 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Publishers’ announcement
Publication date: April 2018Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing, Volume 24, Issue 2Author(s): Vijala Kiruvanayagam (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - July 11, 2018 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
LMA, the forgotten airway: The use of the LMA in neonates
Publication date: April 2018Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing, Volume 24, Issue 2Author(s): Heidi M. Tinsley-Bates, Niroop Ravula (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - July 11, 2018 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
New birth, new beginnings
Publication date: April 2018Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing, Volume 24, Issue 2Author(s): Leslie Altimier, Breidge Boyle (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - July 11, 2018 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Editorial board
Publication date: April 2018Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing, Volume 24, Issue 2Author(s): (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - July 11, 2018 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Management of chronic lung disease infants in the community
Publication date: April 2018Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing, Volume 24, Issue 2Author(s): Tendai NzirawaAbstractThe aim of this study is to review the current home oxygen weaning programme used in the past 6 years by the Community Neonatal Nurses, in order to improve or maintain current practice. The study was done retrospectively, by reviewing data of infants discharged from the neonatal unit based in London, United Kingdom and weaned off oxygen by the Community Neonatal Nurses. At least 65/108 (60%) infants were weaned off home oxygen within the 1st year of life. (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - July 11, 2018 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Identification of premature infant states in relation to introducing oral feeding
ConclusionOral readiness signs are important when introducing oral feeding with premature infants. However, accurate identification of oral readiness remains challenging. (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - July 11, 2018 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Neonatal nurses’ self-reported practices, knowledge and attitudes toward premature infant pain assessment and management
ConclusionNurses reported a positive attitude toward infant pain assessment and management but a low level of knowledge about premature infants’ response to pain. The non-use of analgesia for painful procedures presents a formidable challenge to changing practice. Evidenced based strategies may overcome barriers. (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - July 11, 2018 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Evaluation of a regionally based preceptorship programme for newly qualified neonatal nurses
ConclusionsOverall this initiative has been well received. Preceptees completing the programme have become preceptors for successive cohorts joining the programme thus securing long term sustainability. (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - July 11, 2018 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Effectiveness of oral motor stimulation administered by mothers of preterm infants- A pilot study
ConclusionAs a measure of family centered care, teaching mothers to administer oral motor stimulation for their infants, improves feeding behavior. (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - July 11, 2018 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Capability in the Postgraduate Certificate neonatal intensive care nurse
Publication date: Available online 21 May 2018Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): Patricia Bromley (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - July 11, 2018 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
Northern Ireland NNA conference report 2018
Publication date: Available online 26 May 2018Source: Journal of Neonatal NursingAuthor(s): (Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing)
Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing - July 11, 2018 Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research
