Author/Authors :
Aliabadi, Faranak Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Kamali, Mohammad Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Borimnejad, Leili Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Rassafiani, Mehdi Pediatric Neurorehabilitation Research center University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran , Rasti, Mehdi University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran , Shafaroodi, Narges Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Rafii, Foroogh Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Askary Kachoosangy, Reihaneh Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran
Abstract :
Objectives: This study aimed to understand the learning strategies of parents of preterm infants,
hospitalized in NICU.
Method: This study was performed by qualitative research approach. Twelve participants including nine
parents whose infants were admitted in NICU, two nurses and one physician, all selected by purposive
sampling method were interviewed by a female expert occupational therapist. Data were gathered by
semi-structured interviews. Data were analyzed by inductive content analysis approach.
Results: Three subcategories emerged from data analysis expressed learning strategies of parents of
preterm infants hospitalized in NICU. These subcategories were: Asking question, Getting help, Learning
caring skills.
Discussion: Preterm infants' parents stated that they do not have enough ability and knowledge for
managing their feelings and needs. So, they seek for resources of help and apply some special strategies
for playing parental roles correctly.
Keywords :
Descriptive , Content Analysis , Preterm Infants , Parents , Strategies
