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Children born prematurely: risk of parental chronic sorrow

Susan Ann Vitale1, Carina Falco2

  • 1Nursing, Molloy College, Rockville Centre, NY.

Journal of Pediatric Nursing
|November 26, 2013
PubMed

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This study explores chronic sorrow in families with premature infants. Nurses should assess for and help manage these feelings to support family well-being.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Theory
  • Family Care
  • Neonatal Health

Background:

  • Chronic sorrow impacts families facing ongoing disparities.
  • Premature infants with medical conditions present a common scenario.
  • Neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and pediatric nurses encounter these families.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To apply the middle-range nursing theory of chronic sorrow.
  • To guide nurses in assessing and managing family responses.
  • To support families experiencing chronic sorrow.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing a case scenario to illustrate chronic sorrow.
  • Assessing families for symptoms of fear, helplessness, and sadness.
  • Identifying signs of chronic sorrow.

Main Results:

  • Chronic sorrow is a significant issue for families of premature infants.
  • Nurses play a crucial role in identifying and addressing chronic sorrow.
  • Early assessment and intervention are key.

Conclusions:

  • The middle-range nursing theory of chronic sorrow provides a framework for care.
  • Nurses must assess for and address chronic sorrow in families.
  • Assisting families in developing coping strategies is essential for alleviating sorrow.

Keywords:
Child with a disabilityChronic sorrowInfant born prematurelyNeonatal intensive care unit (NICU)Nursing theoryParents

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