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Area of Science:

  • Neonatal care
  • Pediatric nutrition
  • Healthcare quality improvement

Background:

  • Oral feeding is a critical but challenging milestone for preterm infants before NICU discharge.
  • Inconsistent feeding protocols cause stress and anxiety for healthcare providers and parents.
  • Lack of a systematic approach complicates oral feeding development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address staff dissatisfaction and anxiety related to inconsistent oral feeding practices.
  • To develop and implement standardized, evidence-based oral feeding algorithms.
  • To create accompanying educational materials for consistent application.

Main Methods:

  • A multidisciplinary feeding committee was formed.
  • Needs assessment and staff surveys identified key issues.
  • Two evidence-based oral feeding algorithms and educational resources were developed.

Main Results:

  • Developed algorithms for initiating oral feeds and monitoring progress with objective decision points.
  • Created comprehensive educational materials, including visual aids and guides.
  • Established a systematic approach to preterm oral feeding assessment and advancement.

Conclusions:

  • The structured approach establishes a unit-wide language and systematic process for oral feeding.
  • Next steps include piloting, staff education, and refining the algorithms.
  • The goal is to improve care quality, reduce stress, and support infant transition home.