[Prader-Willi syndrome. Presentation of a case]

Area of Science:

• Neonatal Nursing
• Pediatric Care
• Clinical Case Study

Background:

• A term infant presented with axial hypotonia and weak reflexes post-emergency cesarean delivery for fetal distress.
• Initial Apgar scores indicated significant neonatal compromise (4/6/8).

Observation:

• An individualized care plan was implemented after 52 days of hospitalization.
• The plan integrated Marjory Gordon's functional patterns, NANDA diagnoses, NIC interventions, and NOC outcomes.
• Care focused on stimulating sucking, improving breastfeeding latch, and addressing muscle stiffness.

Findings:

• The structured nursing care plan successfully resolved identified diagnoses and prevented potential complications.
• The infant demonstrated slow but favorable progress, including appropriate weight gain.
• Improvements were noted in muscle tone, response to stimuli, and feeding efficacy.

Implications:

• This case demonstrates the effectiveness of evidence-based, individualized nursing interventions in neonatal care.
• The application of standardized nursing terminologies (NANDA, NIC, NOC) facilitates comprehensive and measurable patient outcomes.
• Such integrated care plans can significantly improve outcomes for infants with hypotonia and feeding difficulties.