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A model program: neonatal nurse practitioners providing community health care for high-risk infants

Elias Provencio Vasquez1, Kathleen Pitts, Nilson Enrique Mejia

  • 1University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies, USA. epvasquez@miami.edu

Neonatal Network : NN
|June 19, 2008
PubMed

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Home visitation programs led by neonatal nurse practitioners can improve care for infants exposed to drugs or alcohol. This approach supports early discharge and long-term health for these vulnerable families.

Area of Science:

  • Neonatal care
  • Public health
  • Pediatric nursing

Background:

  • Perinatal drug and alcohol exposure incurs significant societal costs.
  • Infants with prenatal substance exposure and their families require extensive, long-term health and community resources.
  • Current healthcare models necessitate enhanced support for this high-risk population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a home intervention program for infants with prenatal drug/alcohol exposure.
  • To highlight the role of neonatal nurse practitioners in community-based care.
  • To support early hospital discharge and continuity of care for at-risk infants.

Main Methods:

  • A home intervention program was developed and delivered by neonatal nurse practitioners.
  • The program targeted infants with documented prenatal exposure to drugs and/or alcohol.
  • Focus on providing comprehensive care and support in the home environment.

Main Results:

  • Home visitation facilitates early hospital discharge for high-risk infants.
  • Continuity of care is improved through community-based interventions.
  • Neonatal nurse practitioners play a crucial role in managing these complex cases.

Conclusions:

  • Home visitation programs are effective for infants exposed to substances prenatally.
  • Neonatal nurse practitioners are essential in extending care beyond traditional hospital settings.
  • Integrated community and hospital care models benefit vulnerable infants and families.

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