Previous studies have demonstrated that the implementation of FICare in single-family neonatal units is associated with a reduced risk of late-onset sepsis among preterm infants, a shorter hospital length of stay, a lower risk of rehospitalization, and improved breastfeeding rates.However, the impact of FICare, guided by Swanson's caring theory, on the growth and development of newborns, as well as on parental anxiety and their sense of parenting competence, remains unclear. To address this gap, the investigators conducted a cohort study to investigate these outcomes.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
52
encompasses the following five dimensions: Understanding: A neonatologist provided a comprehensive explanation regarding the developmental progress of premature infants, potential complications, and essential aspects of nursing care to ensure the family gained a thorough understanding of the care requirements for premature infants. Accompaniment: Two nursing guides provided essential support to parents of newborns in the NICU, helping to alleviate the anxiety and sense of helplessness among family members and fostering a relationship of trust between the medical staff and the families. Help: A neonatal nurse played a guiding role in facilitating parental involvement in the daily care of premature infants, which encompassed feeding guidance, introduction of complementary foods, skin care, and related aspects. Empowerment: A psychological counselor was assigned to provide psychological counseling and guidance to new parents, offering appropriate emotional support and assisting them in ac
Yongkang maternal and Child Health Hospital
Guli, Zhejiang, China
head circumference
To measure a preterm infant's head circumference: use a soft tape, wrap snugly over supraorbital ridges and occipital protuberance, read to 0.1cm, repeat twice, record.
Time frame: 6 months
body weight
To measure a preterm infant's weight: place on a calibrated, zeroed electronic scale (nappy only), ensure stillness, read to 0.1g, repeat twice, record with date/time.
Time frame: 6 months
body length
To measure a preterm infant's length: extend body, align head/heel, use a length board, read to 0.1cm, repeat, record.
Time frame: 6 months
STAI scores
STAI (State-Trait Anxiety Inventory) scores assess anxiety levels via two scales: State Anxiety (S-AI) measures temporary anxiety, Trait Anxiety (T-AI) assesses general anxiety proneness. Each has 20 items, rated 1-4. Scores range 20-80; higher scores indicate greater anxiety. S-AI ≥40 suggests significant state anxiety; T-AI ≥40 may indicate trait anxiety.
Time frame: 6 months
PSOC scores
PSOC (Parenting Sense of Competence Scale) scores assess parental self-efficacy and satisfaction. It has 17 items, rated 1-6, covering efficacy (confidence) and satisfaction (emotional engagement). Scores range 17-102; higher scores mean stronger. parenting competence.
Time frame: 6 months
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