Journal of obstetric, gynecologic, and neonatal nursing : JOGNN
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J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs · Sep 2015
A Continuous Quality Improvement Project to Implement Infant-Driven Feeding as a Standard of Practice in the Newborn/Infant Intensive Care Unit.
To increase the number of neonates who were fed according to cues prior to discharge and potentially decrease length of stay. ⋯ Neonates who are fed according to cues can become successful oral feeders and can be safely discharged home regardless of gestational age or diagnosis.
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J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs · Sep 2015
Why Infant Formula Samples Pose a Risk to Health Care Providers, Hospitals, and Patients.
Distribution of infant formula samples to new mothers prior to hospital discharge has been an engrained practice on maternity units since the early 20(th) century. Although appearing to be innocuous, this practice is fraught with potential unwanted side effects of which patients and providers are unaware. Receipt of formula samples by breastfeeding mothers is a marketing tactic that adversely affects breastfeeding duration and exclusivity and places the nurse at risk for responsibility for adverse outcomes.