Date of Award
5-2016
Document Type
Open Access Honors Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Department
Nursing
Advisor
Susan Parker
Director
Rajini Srikanth
Subject Categories
Maternal, Child Health and Neonatal Nursing | Nursing
Abstract
This thesis paper discusses the concept of rooming in on the maternity unit while pertaining to the QSEN nursing competency of patient centered care. Through an extensive review of the literature, the following question will be addressed: On the post-partum unit, does having the newborn rooming in with his or her mother improve patient-centered care compared to rooming in the nursery? After an introduction of the problem and its significance to patient-centered care, research that was conducted will be reviewed that discusses the importance of rooming in. A case example of a maternal-newborn couplet is provided, demonstrating the relevance of the clinical issue. To conclude, implications for future nursing practice will be incorporated, along with patient education.
Recommended Citation
MacDonald, Liana, "Becoming Baby Friendly: Rooming-in for Patient Centered Care in the Maternal Setting" (2016). Honors College Theses. 21.
https://scholarworks.umb.edu/honors_theses/21