E A Nelson1, A Serra, S Cowan, V Mangiaterra. 1. Department of Paediatrics, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 6/F Clinical Science Building, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, Hong Kong. tony-nelson@cuhk.edu.hk
Abstract
AIM: To identify hospitals in Eastern Europe promoting front infant sleeping position. METHODS: Questionnaires were distributed to maternity units in 22 countries during July to November 1999. RESULTS: A total of 489 hospitals in 20 countries responded. Preferred position in normal care units was back (26.6%), front (1. 8%), side (65%), or combination/none (6.6%). Corresponding recommendations at discharge were 17.4%, 3.5%, 73%, and 6.1%.
AIM: To identify hospitals in Eastern Europe promoting front infant sleeping position. METHODS: Questionnaires were distributed to maternity units in 22 countries during July to November 1999. RESULTS: A total of 489 hospitals in 20 countries responded. Preferred position in normal care units was back (26.6%), front (1. 8%), side (65%), or combination/none (6.6%). Corresponding recommendations at discharge were 17.4%, 3.5%, 73%, and 6.1%.
Authors: E A Mitchell; P G Tuohy; J M Brunt; J M Thompson; M S Clements; A W Stewart; R P Ford; B J Taylor Journal: Pediatrics Date: 1997-11 Impact factor: 7.124