Needs of a Child with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
Needs of a Child with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
Author(s): Helena Kadučáková, Barbora TretinováSubject(s): Methodology and research technology, Substance abuse and addiction, Health and medicine and law
Published by: Oficyna Wydawnicza KA AFM
Keywords: Infant; Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome; NAS; Finnegan Neonatal Abstinence Scoring System; FNASS;
Summary/Abstract: Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) is defined as a generalized, multi-system group of symptoms resulting from the sudden discontinuation of fetal exposure to substances used by the mother during pregnancy. Symptoms of NAS are most dominant in the central nervous system and respiratory system of the infant. The aim of this work is to explore what the needs of infants with NAS are. Empirical data were collected by means of a qualitative research method, using case studies. The information was gathered during observation, conversation with medical staff and analysis of infants’ health documentation. The sample selection process was deliberate, choosing three infants diagnosed with NAS. Based on the analysis of the data we identified the need to reconsider the local standard of nursing care of infants with NAS.
Journal: Państwo i Społeczeństwo
- Issue Year: XIX/2019
- Issue No: 4
- Page Range: 143-150
- Page Count: 8
- Language: English
