title: Home care of the infant with gastroesophageal reflux and respiratory disease.
abstract: An increasing number of infant's with gastroesophageal reflux (GER) and respiratory disease and are being cared for at home. These infants have a chronic disease requiring long-term medical care. However, once the infant's condition stabilizes, home care is preferable to prolonged hospitalization. Nursing care of the infant with GER and respiratory disease is a challenging process that is complicated by the severity of GER and the degree of respiratory compromise. An understanding of disease process, family process, and skills of assessment are essential in planning care for these infants and their families.
authors.forename: M C
authors.initials: MC
authors.lastname: Berube
authors.forename: R S
authors.initials: RS
authors.lastname: Parrish
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D005764:Gastroesophageal Reflux / Q000451:nursing*; D006699:Home Care Services; D006701:Home Nursing / Q000193:education; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008297:Male; D010290:Parents / Q000193:education; D010371:Pediatric Nursing; D012138:Respiratory Therapy / Q000379:methods; D012140:Respiratory Tract Diseases / Q000451:nursing*