Neonatal care at the moment of birth: using simulation to prepare the nurse.
Successful transition of the neonate from the intrauterine environment to the extrauterine world is a complex and unique process. The assessments and interventions of the nurse during these precious moments following birth have a dramatic impact on the well-being of the neonate. This article reports on the development and implementation of a nursing situation simulation focused on educating nurses for this role. Simulation has been shown to increase confidence and competence of nurses. Use of simulation allows nurses to gain experience without placing the patient at risk.
Raines
Deborah A
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Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL, USA. draines@fau.edu
D000328:Adult; D002983:Clinical Competence; D004506:Education, Nursing / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008348:Manikins; D017145:Models, Educational; D017283:Neonatal Nursing / Q000193:education*; D016544:Patient Simulation; D011247:Pregnancy