Abstract Objective to analyse the available evidence on the use of ultrasound in order to confirm the positioning of enteral tubes in newborns. Methods a scoping review was conducted, and the research question was formulated using the PCC strategy of Question, Concept and Context. The inclusion criteria were as follows: articles in Portuguese, English and Spanish which responded to the research objectives and for which the full text was available. Descriptors employed: The following subjects are to be covered: enteral […]

Abstract Objective To reflect on the contributions of the congress promoted by SOBEP to the strengthening of clinical practice and the empowerment of nurses who care for neonates, children, adolescents, and their families. Method A reflection study based on a descriptive analysis of official documents from SOBEP’s ten congresses and reflections developed from discussions among pediatric nurses. Results An integration is observed between SOBEP, public universities, regulatory bodies, and funding agencies, all working toward a common goal: the appreciation of […]

Abstract Objective To map palliative care training strategies to prepare the healthcare team working in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Methods A scoping review carried out in the Pubmed, BDENF, Medline and LILACS databases between June and August 2023, based on the inclusion criteria: scientific articles published and available in Portuguese, English or Spanish, published between 2018 and 2023 and available in full for online access. The review followed the JBI recommendations and used the PRISMA extension. Results Seven studies […]

Abstract Objective: To verify the influence of using a hydrocolloid patch as a skin protector on reading oxygen saturation in newborns. Methods: Observational study, carried out in a neonatal unit of a municipal hospital in São Paulo. Data collection was carried out by the researcher using an instrument organized by Recap® software on neonatal characteristics and the measurement of oxygen saturation carried out by a Dixtal® Model DX 2022 monitor and an extra-thin hydrocolloid plate. Data analysis was performed using […]

Abstract Objective: To characterize the clinical-epidemiological profile of premature infants admitted to the intensive unit of a public hospital in Paraná. Methods: This is a retrospective observational study based on 170 medical records of newborns <32 weeks, born and staying at the study institution and without associated pathologies, hospitalized between 2017 and 2021. Data were collected between June and August 2022, after approval of the Ethics Committee, and, subsequently, a descriptive analysis was carried out, with simple and relative frequencies, […]

Abstract Objective To characterize the profile and professional qualification of nurses specialized in pediatrics and neonatology in the Brazilian scenario. Methods It is a descriptive exploratory study from the survey “Profile of Pediatric Nurses and Neonatologists in Brazil” data set, available in the Brazilian Society of Pediatric Nurses. Data collection was performed using a self-administered electronic questionnaire. For data analysis, descriptive statistics were applied. Results Of the 368 participants, 117 were neonatologist nurses and 251 pediatricians, with a predominance of […]

Abstract Objective To evaluate the quality of medical records regarding the use of non-pharmacological methods to relieve pain and stress in neonates admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit. Methods Documentary, retrospective and quantitative study, with analysis of medical records of neonates admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (n=184). Electronic medical records of newborns (zero to 28 days) admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit of the selected institution were included, in the period from January 2019 to December […]

Abstract Objective To carry out the validation of the Instrument for Measuring the Perception of the Family on Access to Information in the Neonatal Unit. Methods Methodological study, carried out with 85 representatives of newborn families hospitalized for more than 72 hours in the neonatal unit. Data were analyzed by psychometrics and inferential analysis. Results The validation of the instrument content by experts obtained agreement above 80%, Cronbach’s alpha of 0.86 and in the factor analysis it generated eight factors, […]

Abstract Objective: To identify practices, beliefs and attitudes of professionals regarding the oral hygiene (OH) in newborns (NB) treated in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU). Methods: Descriptive and exploratory study, carried out in two NICUs in São Paulo. The data were collected through a questionnaire and submitted to descriptive statistical analysis. Results: 42 professionals participated in the study. Of these, 92.8% reported performed OH in critically ill NB, comfort being the main reason (35.6%) and NB severity a main difficulty […]

Abstract The aim was to report on and discuss the development of the teaching-learning process about the health of hospitalized children involving undergraduate nursing students during COVID-19. To implement emergency remote teaching, the following steps were completed: planning of the subject by elaborating a detailed activity plan; choice and preparation of the method, teaching strategies and activities; inclusion of the subject, synchronous and asynchronous activities on the e-Disciplinas platform and release of the material and tools; application of the theoretical […]

Abstract Objective To diagnose the specialization courses offer in pediatric and neonatal nursing, in Brazilian Under Graduation Institutions. Methods Quantitative, descriptive study covering under graduation institutions with undergraduate nursing courses, registered on the e-MEC website. The data were secondary, collected from the reports generated on the mentioned webpage. They were organized, typed in tables, for descriptive statistical analysis. Results Most of the courses offered are in the specialization modality (96.23%), concentrated in the Southeast Region (29.56%), offered by private institutions […]

Abstract Objective To evaluate the degree of implementation of the best practices of immediate care to healthy newborns of vaginal delivery in three public childbirth centers of the city of Rio de Janeiro, with different care models to women at delivery and birth. Method A normative evaluative study was developed with an implementation analysis. Data were collected from June to December 2016. Results The traditional model did not present an adequate degree of implementation in any of the analyzed categories. […]