Optimizing Neonatal Outcomes Implementing Best Practices and Technological Innovations at Sabia General Hospital – A Quasi-Experimental Study 2024.
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Keywords

neonatal care
technological innovations
breastfeeding
infection control

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Optimizing Neonatal Outcomes Implementing Best Practices and Technological Innovations at Sabia General Hospital – A Quasi-Experimental Study 2024. (2025). African Journal of Biomedical Research, 28(1S), 131-137. https://doi.org/10.53555/AJBR.v28i1S.5969

Abstract

Background: Neonatal care is pivotal in ensuring optimal outcomes for newborns, particularly in resource-constrained settings. This study explores the effectiveness of best practices and innovations in optimizing nursing care for newborns at Sabia General Hospital.
Methods: A quasi-experimental study was conducted at Sabia General Hospital over a 12-month period. The study involved the implementation of evidence-based practices such as family-centered care, breastfeeding support, pain management protocols, and infection control measures. Technological innovations, including advanced monitoring systems, telemedicine, and wearable technologies, were integrated into neonatal care practices. Data were collected before and after implementation, with a focus on neonatal health outcomes, parental satisfaction, and healthcare provider efficiency.
Results: The integration of best practices and technological innovations resulted in significant improvements across various metrics. Parental satisfaction scores increased by 25%, while exclusive breastfeeding rates at discharge rose by 20%. Lactation support services were accessed by 40% more mothers, and breastfeeding success improved by 20%. Pain management practices led to a 50% reduction in observed pain scores. Infection rates decreased by 45%, and early intervention rates increased by 30%. 
Technological innovations, including telemedicine consultations and predictive analytics, reduced transfer and readmission rates, and wearable monitors enabled continuous health tracking, reducing critical incidents by 30%. 
Conclusion: The study demonstrates that integrating best practices with technological innovations can significantly optimize neonatal care, leading to better health outcomes for newborns, enhanced parental satisfaction, and increased healthcare provider efficiency. These findings highlight the importance of continuous innovation in neonatal care and provide a model for improving neonatal outcomes in resource-limited settings.

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Copyright (c) 2025 Amna Mohammed Ali Mustafa, Ashraf Abdelrhman Elbashir Elmdni, agat Sidig Yasin Eltaher, Huda Hassabelrasool Abedelwahed Yousef, Insaf Hassan Ahmed Mohammed, Somia Jadalla Ali Farg, Afaf Abdalla Adam Abdalla, Dr. Mariam Yousif Omer Elhussain, SALWA ALI MOUSA, Maha Abdalla Abdelsadig Ali (Author)