A nursing model for a community hospital preterm birth prevention program

Area of Science:

• Nursing Science
• Maternal Health
• Public Health

Background:

• Preterm birth remains a significant challenge in maternal and infant healthcare.
• Advancements in treatment for preterm labor necessitate proactive prevention strategies.
• Nursing's role in patient education and care coordination is crucial for improving outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the development of a nursing program focused on preterm birth prevention.
• To outline the application of the Roy adaptation model in patient and community education.
• To detail the integration of quality improvement activities into nursing practice for preterm birth prevention.

Main Methods:

• Development of a nursing program framework based on the Roy adaptation model.
• Implementation of quality improvement processes to guide nursing practice changes.
• Creation of standardized tools for comprehensive patient care management.

Main Results:

• Establishment of a structured nursing program for preterm birth prevention.
• Successful integration of the Roy adaptation model into educational strategies.
• Demonstrated improvements in nursing practice through quality improvement initiatives.
• Development of tools ensuring consistent patient care from assessment to discharge.

Conclusions:

• Nursing programs, guided by theoretical frameworks like the Roy adaptation model, are effective in preterm birth prevention.
• Quality improvement is essential for driving evidence-based practice changes in nursing.
• Standardized tools enhance the consistency and comprehensiveness of patient care in preterm birth prevention efforts.