Implementation and Strategy in Developmental Care Practice in Infants with Congenital Heart Disease in Intensive Care Unit: Scoping Review

Enhancing Infant Development in Critical Care: Insights from Universitas Padjadjaran’s Faculty of Nursing

Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) is a common condition in infants that often leads to developmental challenges requiring specialized care. Researchers from the Faculty of Nursing at Universitas Padjadjaran, Putri Rhamelani and Windy Rakhmawati, S.Kp.,M.Kep., Ph.D., recently conducted a comprehensive scoping review to explore developmental care practices for infants with CHD in intensive care units.

Their review highlights a range of interventions addressing physiological, cognitive, sensory, and social aspects of infant development. These include massage therapy, kangaroo care, exclusive breastfeeding, early physiotherapy, skin-to-skin contact, and environmental management. The study emphasizes that applying these interventions can improve developmental outcomes and reduce hospital stays for infants.

Successful implementation depends on factors such as healthcare worker training and licensing, adherence to intervention protocols, and the use of systematic approaches like the Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycle for continuous improvement.

This research exemplifies the Faculty of Nursing Unpad’s commitment to advancing nursing science that supports vulnerable populations and aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 3, which focuses on ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all ages.

For more insights, read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.2147/JMDH.S516216