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Reducing The Risk Of Hypothermia In Neonatal Infants, Monika Klett-Dunbar
Reducing The Risk Of Hypothermia In Neonatal Infants, Monika Klett-Dunbar
Master's Projects and Capstones
Abstract
Global Aim: To improve infant thermoregulation within the first 24 hours of life of the high risk preterm and very low birth weight (VLBW) infant population in the NICU, thereby reducing rates of morbidity and mortality due to complications influenced by infant hypothermia. Project Aim: To reduce the rate of hypothermia at one hour and the first 24 hours of life in the target population of preterm neonates weighing less than 1500 grams with a gestational age less than 32 weeks from 9.5% to < 5% through the consistent use of a specific bundle of interventions applied in the labor and delivery setting, by December 2017. The aim of the current initiative is also to build on the success of the pilot program launched in 2015 by adding to the preliminary bundle of initiatives, and sustaining hard-won achievements by reinforcing education measures to the nursing and medical teams involved in the infant delivery and NICU admission process. Background: Hypothermia is a major factor in morbidity and mortality of low-birth-weight premature infants, …
Interventions To Reduce The Effects Of Nicu Noise In Preterm Neonates, Rebecca L. Manske
Interventions To Reduce The Effects Of Nicu Noise In Preterm Neonates, Rebecca L. Manske
Honors Undergraduate Theses
Exposure to excessive noise during a neonates stay in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) can create both immediate and long term health problems such as, hearing loss, neurological deficits, and sleep pattern disturbances. The use of earmuffs or earplugs to decrease the neonate’s exposure to noise can create a more stable environment to facilitate improved growth and development. The purpose of this research was to examine the use of earmuffs or earplugs to reduce the impact of noise on neonates. A systematic review of literature was conducted using online databases including CINAHL, ERIC, Ebsco Host, Medline, and PsychINFO. The …
Opioid Abuse In Pregnancy: A Systematic Review, Emily Sebunia, Colleen Fearon
Opioid Abuse In Pregnancy: A Systematic Review, Emily Sebunia, Colleen Fearon
Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects
Prenatal opioid abuse is a serious public health concern and linked with numerous health consequences for both mothers and children. Despite research describing negative outcomes of drug use during pregnancy, it is still a prevalent problem in the United States, with researchers finding that women are at highest risk for substance abuse during their reproductive years. Opioid abuse during pregnancy is common, including opioids such as hydrocodone, oxycodone, morphine, and heroin. Use of these drugs results in both short and long term side effects for the mother and child. Therefore, the prevalence of this problem should not be underestimated. …
N5330 Rossfinal Poster.Pdf, Juli Ross