The Journal of pediatrics
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The Journal of pediatrics · Apr 2009
Clinical TrialVentilator-associated pneumonia in the pediatric intensive care unit: characterizing the problem and implementing a sustainable solution.
To characterize ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) in our pediatric intensive care unit (PICU), implement an evidence-based pediatric VAP prevention bundle, and reduce VAP rates. ⋯ PICU VAP is associated with increased morbidity and mortality rates. A multidisciplinary improvement team can implement a sustainable pediatric-specific VAP prevention bundle, resulting in VAP rate reduction.
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The Journal of pediatrics · Apr 2009
Multicenter Study Clinical TrialEducational impact of the neonatal resuscitation program in low-risk delivery centers in a developing country.
To evaluate the effectiveness of the American Academy of Pediatrics Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) in improving knowledge, skills, and self-efficacy of nurse midwives in low-risk delivery clinics in a developing country. ⋯ As conducted, the NRP training improved educational outcomes in college-educated practicing nurse midwives. Pre-training knowledge and skills scores were relatively low despite the advanced formal education and experience of the participants, whereas the self-efficacy scores were high. NRP training has the potential to substantially improve knowledge and skills of neonatal resuscitation.