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Quality of Life and Stress in Mothers of Preterm Infant With Feeding Problems: A Cross Sectional Study Publisher



Kamran F1 ; Tajalli S2 ; Ebadi A3 ; Sagheb S4 ; Fallahi M1 ; Kenner C5
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Source: Journal of Neonatal Nursing Published:2023


Abstract

Background: The majority of preterm infants experience some oral feeding problems. The outcomes of preterm infants with feeding problems are not predictable. This study was conducted to determine the quality of life and stress among mothers of preterm infants with feeding problems. Materials and methods: Participants consisted of mothers with preterm infants. The instruments used to measure infants' feedings, mothers' stress and quality of life, and mothers' and infants’ characteristics included: Infants Feeding Readiness Assessment Scale (POFRAS), Parental Stress Scale: Neonate Intensive Care Unit (PSS - NICU), quality of life questionnaire (SF-36), and a socio-demographic questionnaire. Results: There was no correlation between the subscales of the PSS - NICU and the POFRAS or between domains of SF-36 and POFRAS. There was no significant association between general physical health and stress. However, general mental health and overall quality of life of mothers were inversely correlated with all PSS-NICU subscales. Conclusion: Most maternal stress was related to the infants' appearance and behaviors. The mental health dimension was affected more than the physical health dimension of quality of life. Health care professionals should teach mothers of premature infants about the NICU environment, parental role, and their infants’ appearance and behaviors. © 2022 Neonatal Nurses Association
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