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Increasing the Confidence of Postpartum Nurses in Recognizing and Reacting to Sudden Unexpected Postnatal Collapse of
Background:
Although sudden unexpected post-natal collapse (SUPC) occurs infrequently on the post-partum unit, it can be fatal to the newborn infant.
Method:
A needs assessment found that postpartum nurses had low confidence in their ability to recognize SUPC and act quickly to prevent infant morbidity and mortality. A skilled RN working on a postpartum unit created and implemented educational sessions to help postpartum nurses become better equipped to rescue a newborn on the postpartum unit who has SUPC.
Results:
After the educational intervention in this quality improvement project, RNs had greater confidence in their ability to recognize and react to SUPC. The authors suggest developing similar programs for postpartum units in multiple settings.
Conclusion:
Continuing education for RNs on how to recognize and rescue infants experiencing SUPC is essential for ensuring patient safety. [J Contin Educ Nurs. 2025;56(4):146-151.].
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