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Analysis of research on developmentally supportive care for prematurity in neonatal intensive care unit: a scoping

Hanna Lee1, Ji Hyeon Park2, Haeryun Cho3

  • 1Doctoral Candidate, Department of Nursing, Wonkwang University, Iksan ‧ Charge Nurse, Department of Nursing, Wonkwang University Hospital, Iksan, Korea.

Child Health Nursing Research
|February 16, 2022
PubMed

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This review highlights the need for enhanced developmentally supportive care in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). Future research should focus on comprehensive interventions for premature infants and their families.

Area of Science:

  • Neonatal Nursing
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Pediatric Intensive Care

Background:

  • Developmentally supportive care is crucial for premature infants in the NICU.
  • Existing research has primarily focused on nursing interventions and environmental management.
  • Gaps remain in comprehensive care strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify research gaps in developmentally supportive care within the NICU.
  • To explore future research directions for premature infant care.
  • To synthesize current knowledge on developmental support in neonatal settings.

Main Methods:

  • A scoping review was conducted using the Arksey and O'Malley method.
  • Literature search included English and Korean articles on NICU developmentally supportive care for preterm infants.
  • 22 full-text papers were included from an initial search of 279 articles.

Main Results:

  • Recent nursing studies emphasize family-centered care and NICU environment management.
  • Training programs for NICU nurses' care competency are a primary intervention.
  • Key elements include holistic care approaches and environmental optimization.

Conclusions:

  • Comprehensive developmental support interventions are needed for preterm infants.
  • Further research should focus on developing direct interventions for infants and families.
  • Integrated care models are essential for optimizing developmental outcomes.
Abstract

Keywords:
Growth and developmentInfant, prematureIntensive care units, neonatalReview

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