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25.01.2022 Removal of hydrocolloid Sheets: The method of removal of hydrocolloid sheets in the preterm infant is very important. The Neonatal nurse's practice in removing the dressing can prevent a MARSI (Medical Adhesive Removal Skin Injury). Tip: super slow... Click on the educational demonstration below for a demonstration. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqxTlSmyetM&feature=share #neonatalskinforum #neonatalnurseseducation

25.01.2022 Our team presenting last week to the membership a future SIG as a special Skin Care interest group with ACNN. Watch this space #neonatalskinforum

25.01.2022 Topic: Parent Education Encourage parents to * bath infants every few days with pH neutral gentle cleansers and shampoo and massage scalp 1-2 ... times week gently * allow vernix to naturally absorb * use emollients at least once a day for dry and cracked skin Refer to AWHONN Guidelines (2018) for further information Photo by Alexandro David from Pexels #neonatalskinforum #neonatalnurses

25.01.2022 Demystifying the question of "should I bath my baby with water only" Please refer to our poster and link below in providing education to parents in your nurseries. Thank you . https://drive.google.com//1JoGKoTH2nW-aJKyP0dixh8u3k/view... #queenslandneonatalnursesskinforum #bathingbabies

24.01.2022 Wow what a year! Our forum held our final meeting last night for 2019. Our team have worked hard volunteering their time to produce evidence based work to improve neonatal nursing skin care. Our team have exciting news to share for 2020 with research and new projects being developed to improve neonatal knowledge and skin care practice. Thank you for your support throughout the year. ... We wish you all a safe and wonderful Christmas #neonatalskinforum

15.01.2022 This year the Neonatal Skin Forum members voted to change direction as many wanted to work with clinicians across the nation. Therefore we commenced a Neonatal Skin Special Interest Group under the banner of the Australian College of Neonatal Nurses. Please visit our website https://www.acnn.org.au//special-interest-gr/neo-skin-sig/ or email us at [email protected] for more information.

15.01.2022 A study on the effectiveness of a clinical based guideline for neonatal skin care on selected clinical outcomes was completed in 51 neonatal hospitals. Skin was assessed with the NCSS and the results concluded skin condition was improved. Please refer to the Neonatal Skin Care AWHONN Guidelines when caring for infants. ... https://www.awhonn.org/store/ViewProduct.aspx?id=11678739 More information on the study can be accessed on the following link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11277161 #neonatalskinforum

12.01.2022 Question Is skin pH same for adults and neonates. Answer is No. Adult pH is more acidic than the neonate. Infants have a higher pH than adults.... Can anyone guess pH of the term infant? #nnsf #neonatalskinforum #neonatalnurseseducation Photo credit Alex pasarelu on unsplash Google

10.01.2022 EMOLLIENTS - WHAT ARE THEY? Click on the link below to access the Emollient Factsheet from the National Eczema Society. www.eczema.org/emollients... The Factsheet recommends the use of emollients after bathing. Note: The Factsheet does not discuss the use of emollients and infants. However, some studies suggest the use of emollients after bathing infants with dry or flaked skin. More research is required. #neonatalskinforum #emollients

09.01.2022 The pH of the skin is important as it creates protection against infection i.e. "acid mantle". Neonatal skin pH is much higher than adults and this is why it is important to use products that do not alter the skin's pH (2014 Research Review). #neonatalskinforum #neonatalnurseseducation

08.01.2022 Question and topic: What is skin pH? Send us your thoughts ... #neonatalskinforum

08.01.2022 Topic: Nappy wipes There are a number of nappy wipe products on the market advertised as the best baby wipes. It can be confusing to know which product to use for infants. Please note that while our Forum does not promote any particular brand we can provide advice. Our information brochure, "The Good Wipe" was developed to help practitioners / parents understand what to look for when buying / using baby wipes. Tip: avoid alcohol and perfumes. ... Please click on the link below for more information . https://drive.google.com//1VFsVNOgQnWAASLREyKBjaJEEWLjsbkw2 #neonatalskinforum #nappywipes

07.01.2022 Topic - Emollient therapy and dry skin in preterm infants * There is limited evidence on the safety for the use of emollients for preterm infants * Harsh water can dry out skin and bathing (>3 times a week) may affect the moisture in the skin... * If your hospital policy recommends the use of emollients - application straight after washing is most effective Kusari et al., 2018 discusses in further detail an evidence based review on skin care including the uses of emollients in preterm infants in developed countries compared to developing countries https://doi.org/10.1111/pde.13725 #neonatalskinforum

07.01.2022 Our team want say a BIG thank you for your responses . We received 171 responses from members to help improve understanding of nurses' experiences & practices surrounding adhesives & removal techniques. #thankyou #nursingresearch #neonatalcare #neonatalskinforum

06.01.2022 Meet our newest Team Member, Kristen. We are most fortunate to have Kristen volunteering her time and passion at the forum . Kristen will be an incredible asset to our team of dedicated nurses. #meettheteam #neonatalskinforum

05.01.2022 Great news . Our Forum has developed Free to use guidelines that can be accessed for use . Here is a snippet of the 5 Step Crusting and Layering Technique. Please click on the link below for more information. https://drive.google.com//13lSBfnYLxM9b6z5VUcZ6Ig50Uj6hOt0c... #neonatalskinforum #crustinglayeringtechnique #neonatalnurses

05.01.2022 This week's focus is Nappy Dermatitis Prevention and Assessment Question: As part of your clinical assessment in caring for the infant, do you consider the risk factors for nappy dermatitis? Are you aware of the risk factors for nappy dermatitis?... Some risk factors for nappy dermatitis include: * Antibiotics * Opiate withdrawal * Frequent stooling * Inadequate skin care and more Please refer to the Nappy Dermatitis Prevention and Assessment Poster developed by our Forum. Please contact us for more information #neonatalskinforum #nappydermatitis

04.01.2022 Atopic Dermatitis (AD) is described as the 2nd most chronic childhood disorder affecting up to 30% of infants. Suggested prevention and management strategies for newborns with (AD) include the use of emollients. #neonatalskinforum #atopicdermatitis... Nature Reviews: Disease Primers; London (Jun 2018). DOI:10.1038/s41572-018-0004-9

03.01.2022 Did you know that epithelialization occurs "faster when wounds are kept moist and hydrated? (AWHONN Guidelines 2018, p.38) This is during Stage 3 - The Proliferative Phase. Photo by Google Images... #neonatalskinforum #woundhealing See more

02.01.2022 Natural, chemical free or organic? That is the question. Download our poster for more information. https://drive.google.com//14gVuI7xyJxL9LCb0QqN2CHCup/view... #neonatalskinforum