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Neonatal Aeromedical Evacuation During COVID-19: An Interview With Captain Danielle James
Danielle James1, Laura A Talbot2
118th Healthcare Operations Squadron, Kadena AB, Okinawa 96368, Japan.
Military Medicine
|September 1, 2021
Summary
During the coronavirus-19 pandemic, Air Force NICU nurses adapted care protocols for neonates. This interview shares insights on neonatal transport and nursing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Area of Science:
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) nursing
- Infectious disease epidemiology
- Maternal-fetal medicine
Background:
- Limited data on SARS-CoV-2 risks in neonates during early COVID-19 pandemic.
- Need for adaptive nursing protocols in high-risk neonatal populations.
- Challenges in neonatal transport and care during a global health crisis.
Discussion:
- The critical role of NICU nurses in managing COVID-19 in neonates.
- Adaptation of Air Force NICU standard operating procedures.
- Experiences with neonatal transport and care amidst evolving pandemic information.
Key Insights:
- Nurses' firsthand perspective on safeguarding neonates from maternal SARS-CoV-2 transmission.
- Practical strategies for infection control in the NICU setting.
- The importance of rapid protocol adaptation in response to new infectious disease threats.
Outlook:
- Future preparedness for novel respiratory viruses impacting neonatal populations.
- The need for continued research on long-term neonatal outcomes post-COVID-19.
- Sustaining evidence-based practices in neonatal critical care during public health emergencies.