Khoo Teck Puat-National University Children's Medical Institute, National University Hospital, National University Health System, Singapore, Singapore.
Department of Paediatrics, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.
J Perinatol. 2021 Aug;41(8):2019-2027. doi: 10.1038/s41372-020-00853-2. Epub 2020 Oct 10.
This study aims to explore coping strategies of fathers of very low birth weight (VLBW) infants in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).
A qualitative descriptive study among fathers of VLBW babies. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 15 fathers until data saturation was achieved. The Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Studies (COREQ) checklist was used for reporting.
The overarching theme was an active pursuit of reassurance. Coping strategies revolved around identifying specific stressors and then making deliberate efforts to address them. Based on the main stressors identified, three subthemes were derived: pursuing information amidst uncertainty, bonding with the infant for normalcy and seeking emotional support in the midst of anxiety. Fathers took on a predominantly problem-focused approach.
Empowering fathers with knowledge and emotional support, facilitating bonding with the infant and addressing their concerns are important in supporting them while having an infant in the NICU.
本研究旨在探讨极低出生体重（VLBW）婴儿的父亲在新生儿重症监护病房（NICU）中的应对策略。
这是一项针对 VLBW 婴儿父亲的定性描述性研究。对 15 位父亲进行了半结构化访谈，直到达到数据饱和。报告使用了《定性研究报告的统一标准》（COREQ）检查表。
首要主题是积极寻求安慰。应对策略围绕识别特定的压力源，然后刻意努力解决这些压力源展开。根据确定的主要压力源，得出了三个次主题：在不确定中寻求信息、与婴儿建立联系以获得正常感，以及在焦虑中寻求情感支持。父亲主要采取以问题为中心的方法。
为父亲提供知识和情感支持，促进与婴儿的联系，并解决他们的担忧，这对于在 NICU 中照顾婴儿时支持他们是很重要的。
