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Preterm Birth and Infant Mortality Rate: A Global Issue

Kiran Shaikh*, Samin Sulaiman**

* MScN, BScN, Senior Instructor, Aga Khan University School of Nursing and Midwifery, Pakistan.

** Senior Instructor, Aga Khan University School of Nursing and Midwifery, Pakistan.

Periodicity:May - July'2013
DOI : https://doi.org/10.26634/jnur.3.2.2338

Abstract

Preterm birth is one of the most common adverse pregnancy outcomes and it is associated with infant mortality.Preterm birth is a global issue, irrespective of region or the level of resources. The rate of preterm delivery ranges from 5% in developed countries to 25% in developing countries. Prematurity and its complications account for almost 30 percent of neonatal deaths. Preterm infants are also at a greater risk of serious health problems, such as cerebral palsy, blindness, breathing problems, and cognitive learning disabilities. Various socioeconomic and psychological factors contribute towards preterm birth therefore early intervention could prevent preterm birth. Nurses can play an important role in educated mothers about the sign and symptoms of preterm birth labor

Keywords

Antenatal, stress, preterm, infant mortality

How to Cite this Article?

Kiranshaikh and Sulaiman, S. (2013). Preterm Birth and Infant Mortality Rate: A Global Issue. i-manager’s Journal on Nursing, 3(2), 7-9. https://doi.org/10.26634/jnur.3.2.2338

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