Honors College Theses
Publication Date
5-13-2025
Major
Nursing (BSN)
Release Option
Open Access
Faculty Mentor
Wendelyn Weaver
Abstract
Preterm neonates are at risk of developmental delays, behavioral problems, and mental health challenges. Neuroprotective care is essential to mitigate these risks, and nurses play a crucial role in educating caregivers on these practices. This study aims to investigate neonatal nurses' knowledge and confidence in teaching caregivers about neuroprotective care and to determine the extent to which caregivers implement these practices. A mixed-methods research design will be employed, using a survey to collect data from neonatal nurses who have at least one year of experience working in a NICU. The survey will assess nurses' understanding of neuroprotective care, their confidence in educating caregivers, and the frequency in which they teach caregivers how to perform neuroprotective care.
Recommended Citation
Bradley, Lucy, "The NICU Nurse’s Aptitude in Teaching Neuroprotective Care to Caregivers of Neonates" (2025). Honors College Theses. 1026.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/honors-theses/1026
