Pathogenesis of Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Preterm Infants: An Adaptation of Neuman's Systems Theory

Author(s)

Kayla C. Everhart PhD, RN, University of South CarolinaFollow
Victor N. Iskersky
Sara B. Donevant PhD, RN, CCRN, University of South CarolinaFollow
Michael D. Wirth MSPH, PhD, FACE, University of South CarolinaFollow
Robin B. Dail

Document Type

Article

Abstract

Preterm infants have increased morbidity and mortality due to immature physiology and neonatal complications. Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a devastating gastrointestinal complication that affects morbidity and mortality in preterm infants. The authors present an adaptation of Neuman's systems model called the NEC systems model to explore intrinsic and extrinsic factors leading to NEC in preterm infants. The literature was searched for theoretical models to guide exploration of neonatal disease influenced by the environment. Neuman's Systems Model provides a holistic approach to care of the system, offering a foundation to develop frameworks to examine preterm infants in their environment with associated stressors.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

https://doi.org/10.1177/08943184221150264

Publication Info

Published in Nursing Outlook, Volume 36, Issue 2, 2023, pages 152-157.

APA Citation

Everhart, K. C., Iskersky, V. N., Donevant, S. B., Wirth, M. D., & Dail, R. B. (2023). Pathogenesis of Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Preterm Infants: An Adaptation of Neuman’s Systems Theory. Nursing Science Quarterly, 36(2), 152–157. https://doi.org/10.1177/08943184221150264

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© The Author(s) 2023.