title: How to reduce DEHP in your NICU: a plan of simple steps to promote change.
abstract: The integration of research into practice can be a challenge; however, the DEHP-reduction steps provided in this column should make the process simpler and faster. DEHP's link to adverse effects makes it crucial for neonatal nurses to do their best to protect their patients using a preventative approach. As critically ill neonates and infants continue to be exposed to DEHP-leaching devices, neonatal nurses can be at the forefront in taking precautionary action to reduce DEHP exposure among their most vulnerable patients.
authors.forename: Victoria M
authors.initials: VM
authors.lastname: Pak
authors.forename: Valerie
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Briscoe
authors.forename: Linda A
authors.initials: LA
authors.lastname: McCauley
mesh_terms: D004051:Diethylhexyl Phthalate / Q000633:toxicity*; D004781:Environmental Exposure / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007255:Information Services; D007363:Intensive Care Units, Neonatal / Q000458:organization & administration*; D020407:Internet; D017283:Neonatal Nursing / Q000458:organization & administration*; D024802:Nurse's Role; D016272:Occupational Health; D009936:Organizational Innovation; D010968:Plasticizers / Q000633:toxicity*; D012307:Risk Factors; D017751:Safety Management / Q000458:organization & administration
chemical_list: D010968:Plasticizers; D004051:Diethylhexyl Phthalate