The lived experiences of fathers of a premature baby on a neonatal intensive care unit
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Hollywood, M & Hollywood, E., The lived experiences of fathers of a premature baby on a neonatal intensive care unit., Journal of Neonatal Nursing, 2010, 17, 1, 32 - 40Download Item:
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Aim: The aim of this study was to explore the lived experiences of fathers of a premature baby on a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and also to raise awareness amongst healthcare professionals in relation to the needs of fathers whose infants are cared for in the NICU.
Methods: A qualitative phenomenological approach was chosen for the study and five fathers participated and were interviewed. Data analysis was based on the work of Van Manen (1990) who devised a six step approach to assist with analysis within phenomenological inquiry.
Results: The findings of the study indicate that the experiences of fathers of premature babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit are diverse and complex.
Having a premature baby in the NICU instigates a multitude of experiences for fathers.
Conclusion: In highlighting the experiences of fathers, this study raises awareness of the need for healthcare professionals to consider the unique perspective of fathers in the context of the NICU.
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Author: Hollywood, Eleanor
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Journal of Neonatal Nursing;17;
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Fathers, Neonatal intensive care unit, NICU, Preterm birth, Preterm baby, Preterm infantDOI:
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