The factors impacting on discharge planning in neonatal intensive care units: a systematic review

Alreshidi, N; Long, T

Abstract

Background: The discharge planning process is an indispensable component of neonatal intensive care. However, this comes with various challenges. This review was undertaken to inform practice.
Aim: The review was designed to identify factors that could exert an active influence on the discharge planning process in neonatal intensive care units.
Methods: A systematic review was conducted based on the Review and Dissemination guidelines from the University of York Centre.
Results: In total, the review includes 10 studies and one literature review, most of which were undertaken in developed countries and published between 2000 and 2014. The studies employ the qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods approaches. The review establishes various challenges in implementing the discharge planning process, such as the lack of clear policies related to executing the process, communication issues, and the lack of clarity regarding the nurse’s role.
Conclusion: The discharge planning process in neonatal intensive care units is controlled and limited by various organizational, personal, and socio-cultural predisposing factors.

Citation

Alreshidi, N., & Long, T. (2017). The factors impacting on discharge planning in neonatal intensive care units: a systematic review

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Publication Date: Jan 29, 2017
• Deposit Date: Feb 1, 2017
• Journal: Gulf Medical Journal
• Volume: 5
• Issue: 1
• Pages: 27-35
• Publisher URL: http://www.gulfmedicaljournal.com/download/volume5/7.pdf