The Effects of Developing a Newborn Care System for Infants Born to Mothers with COVID-19 at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Pathum Thani Hospital

Authors

  • Orathai Sinlprakob Pathumthani Hospital, Pathum Thani Province
  • atcharawadee sriyasak Boromarajonani College of Nursing, Yala, Faculty of Nursing Praboromarajchanok Institute, Ministry of Public Health

Keywords:

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Newborn, COVID–19, CIPP model, Evaluation research

Abstract

This evaluation research aimed to assess the outcomes of the newborn care system for pregnant women with COVID-19 using the CIPP (Context, Input, Process, Product) Model. The sample consisted of 34 infants born to COVID-19-infected mothers and 18 professional nurses. Data collection tools: 1) Nurse personal data recording form, 2) Nurse opinion questionnaire, 3) Participatory observation form for work practices, and 4) Mother/infant personal data recording form.

The study's findings revealed that: Context : All of the specialists in the interdisciplinary team agreed to implement guidelines. Concerning the input factors: A workshop - based training curriculum was created for nurses to meet the department's needs. About the procedure : A practice guidebook in electronic format was developed to facilitate nurses' access to information. In terms of results, following the use of these instruments with nurses, it was discovered that : the average stress score of nurses after the experiment was statistically significant lower than before the experiment. (t = 9.953, p < 0.01). The rules were implemented with a high level of average satisfaction (M = 4.17). It was discovered that neither nurses nor infants had COVID-19.

The implementation of structured care guidelines and training programs contributed to improved neonatal care practices and reduced stress among nurses, thereby enhancing the overall quality of care for this vulnerable population.

 

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2024-08-20

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