Implementing Patient-Centered Trauma-Informed Care for the Perinatal Nurse. Issue 4 (October 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Kuzma, Elizabeth K.; Pardee, Michelle; Morgan, Anna
• Is Part Of: Journal of perinatal & neonatal nursing. Volume 34:Issue 4(2020)
• Publication Date: 2020-10
• Subjects: adverse childhood experiences -- patient-centered care -- perinatal nurse -- trauma-informed care; Maternity nursing -- Periodicals; Neonatal nursing -- Periodicals; Maternal health services -- Periodicals; Newborn infants -- Medical care -- Periodicals; 610.7362
• DOI: 10.1097/JPN.0000000000000520
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0893-2190

Abstract

Abstract : Adverse childhood experiences and trauma significantly impact physical and mental health. Increased maternal perinatal depression/anxiety, preterm labor, and low birth weight, as well as infant morbidity and mortality, are some examples of the impact of trauma on perinatal health. Trauma-informed care begins with knowledge about trauma, the ability to recognize signs of a trauma response, responding to patients effectively, and resisting retraumatization. As holistic providers, perinatal nurses can create safe care environments, establish collaborative patient relationships based on trust, demonstrate compassion, offer patients options when possible to support patient autonomy, and provide resources for trauma survivors. This can prevent or reduce the negative impact of trauma and improve the health and well-being of infants, mothers, and future generations. This clinical article outlines key strategies for implementation of patient-centered trauma-informed perinatal nursing care.