Postdischarge health information tools and information needs for mothers of vulnerable newborns in low- and middle-income countries: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The postdischarge period is crucial for vulnerable newborns at risk of morbidity, readmission and mortality in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Addressing gaps in care during this period could improve outcomes. This review consolidates evidence on caregiver information needs and relevant information tools used in postdischarge care for vulnerable newborns in LMICs.

Design

Scoping review using the methodological framework developed by Arksey and O'Malley.

Data sources

We searched six databases for relevant articles published in English between 2001 and 2021. Additional articles were identified through citation and reference checking.

Eligibility criteria

Articles on postdischarge care for newborns in LMICs, excluding economic and technical de

SUBMITTER: Rababeh A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11865766 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature