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Routine care: promoting development in hospitalized infants
MCN. the American Journal of Maternal Child Nursing
|September 1, 1989
Summary
Developmental care can be integrated into routine hospital stays for infants and children experiencing delays in motor, adaptive, social, or language skills, promoting early intervention.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Developmental Psychology
- Neonatal Care
Background:
- Infants and children may exhibit developmental delays impacting motor, adaptive, social, or language skills.
- Hospital stays present a unique opportunity for structured intervention.
- Early identification and support are crucial for long-term outcomes.
Observation:
- Developmental care strategies can be incorporated into the daily routines of hospitalized infants and children.
- This integration aims to address specific skill deficits observed in pediatric patients.
Findings:
- Routine care during hospitalization can effectively incorporate developmental interventions.
- Targeted support for motor, adaptive, social, and language development is feasible within a hospital setting.
Implications:
- Integrating developmental care into routine hospital stays can improve developmental trajectories for at-risk children.
- This approach offers a practical framework for early intervention in pediatric healthcare settings.
- Enhancing developmental support during hospitalization may lead to better long-term functional outcomes.