HN08050754
PATIENT CARE IN THE NICU: DEATH OF A NEONATE
The neonatal period is between birth and 28 days of life. In the United States, about 19,000 newborns die each year. Healthcare professionals must be prepared to address this loss¡ªboth in themselves and in the family connected to the loss. This program addresses this difficult situation. First, decision making issues related to life-saving interventions are addressed with a presentation of the "Code of Ethics for Neonatal Resuscitation." This is followed by a discussion of how staff can support the family during this difficult time. In the event that the decision to remove of life-support equipment is made, the program examines the challenges and issues. If the family would like their child to die at home, the option of hospice care is presented. The program concludes with a discussion of how important it is that the staff's needs are also addressed during this challenging time.

After viewing the program, the learner will be able to:
~ Understand the survival prospects and possible causes of neonatal death
~ Describe the decision-making process involved in life-saving interventions and when such measures should be suspended
~ During the decision-making process, identify the steps that should be taken to provide the family appropriate support
~ When life-support equipment is removed, provide general and specific approaches that the healthcare professional might take in informing and supporting the parents
~ Discuss the option of hospice care if parents would like to take their child home
~ Recognize the needs of the staff in the event of the death of the neonate
DVD
16 minutes
2019
USD 315.00
 
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