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Enhancing Infant Development in Critical Care: Insights from Universitas Padjadjaran\u2019s Faculty of Nursing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This research exemplifies the Faculty of Nursing Unpad\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n