Rev. Soc. Bras. Enferm. Ped.2021;21(1):51-6.
Infant sisters and brothers of newborn babies hospitalized in neonatology units: A bibliographic review
DOI: 10.31508/1676-3793202100008
Abstract
Objective
To analyze the importance of visits by sisters and brothers of newborns hospitalized in Neonatology Units from the experiences reported in the literature.
Methods
To provide a reflection on the experiences in the world, a review of articles containing the theme of siblings is carried out, selected for the breadth of the study, whether it is quantitative, qualitative or mixed experience.
Conclusion
The importance of the implementation of sibling visits in the various hospital centers lies in its detection as a fundamental factor that reduces parental and family stress, improving the bonds between siblings and communication within the family. The impediments lie in the risk of transmission of microorganisms to patients who have an immature or weakened immune system, together with the internal policies of many centers, which prevent the entry of young children as visitors.
Keywords: Infections; Neonatology; Pediatric nursing; siblings