Developmentally Supportive Positioning in Preterm Newborns: A Quality Improvement Initiative

The Indian Journal of Pediatrics 2026 Open access

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Authors: Aditya Hemendra Bhatt, Dipen Vasudev Patel, Somashekhar Marutirao Nimbalkar, Reshma Kushal Pujara, Smita Naishad Patel, Dipika Sunil Dave, Sangita Sanjay Patel, Jigna Minesh Joshi
DOI: 10.1007/s12098-026-06308-4
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Abstract

OBJECTIVES: To increase the proportion of preterm infants achieving acceptable positioning [Infant Positioning Assessment Tool (IPAT) Score ≥8] from baseline 6% to ≥75% within 6-9 mo. METHODS: A quality improvement initiative was conducted in a tertiary teaching hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Preterm infants (

Fields of Study & Subjects

Infant Development and Preterm Care Pediatric Pain Management Techniques Neonatal Respiratory Health Research

Publication details

Journal / source
The Indian Journal of Pediatrics
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Volume
93
Issue
9
Pages
949–954
Publication date
9 July 2026
Language
EN