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Published on: August 25, 2014
The NICU Parent Risk Evaluation and Engagement Model and Instrument (PREEMI) for neonates in intensive care units
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This study introduces the Parent Risk Evaluation and Engagement Model and Instrument (PREEMI) to identify and predict low engagement in parents of late preterm infants, aiding early intervention efforts.
Area of Science:
- Parenting research
- Clinical psychology
- Neonatal care
Background:
- Parental engagement is a novel concept attracting significant attention from regulators, clinicians, and researchers.
- Early identification of low parental engagement is crucial for at-risk populations, particularly parents of late preterm infants.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish a standard definition of engagement in the context of parenting at-risk infants.
- To introduce a predictive model and instrument for early identification of low parental engagement.
- To discuss the theoretical framework, design, and application of the Parent Risk Evaluation and Engagement Model and Instrument (PREEMI).
Main Methods:
- Development of a theoretical model for parental engagement.
- Design and validation of an instrument (PREEMI) for risk evaluation and engagement assessment.
- Exploration of practical applications and future research directions for the PREEMI.
Main Results:
- A standardized definition of engagement is proposed.
- The PREEMI instrument is outlined for predicting low engagement in at-risk parents.
- The model and instrument are presented with their theoretical basis and design.
Conclusions:
- The PREEMI offers a tool for early prediction and identification of low engagement in parents of late preterm infants.
- This work contributes to a standardized understanding and measurement of parental engagement.
- Further research is recommended to explore the full potential and application of the PREEMI.
Abstract:
Engagement is a fairly new concept in practice and research and is gaining the interest of federal and private regulators, clinicians, and researchers. In this article, we offer a standard definition and outline an engagement model and an instrument for early prediction and identification of low engagement in at-risk parents of late preterm infants. The Parent Risk Evaluation and Engagement Model and Instrument (PREEMI), its theoretical underpinnings, instrument design, and practical application and future research are discussed.
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