Needs for discharge planning among parents of preterm infants in the NICU: a systematic review and meta-synthesis.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To identify the discharge preparation service needs of parents of preterm infants through a qualitative systematic review and meta-synthesis.

Methods

A systematic search was conducted for qualitative studies examining the discharge preparation needs, experiences, and perceptions of parents of preterm infants. The search was limited to publications in English and Chinese, as these were the languages in which the research team was proficient, ensuring accurate comprehension and interpretation of the nuanced qualitative data. The inclusion criteria were as follows: (P) Parents of preterm infants hospitalized in the NICU or parents of preterm infants discharged from the NICU; (I) Needs, experiences, and difficulties encountered by parents of preterm infants in prepara

SUBMITTER: Wu J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12631217 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature