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  • Title: Co-bedding of twins in the neonatal intensive care unit.
    Author: DellaPorta K, Aforismo D, Butler-O'Hara M.
    Journal: Pediatr Nurs; 1998; 24(6):529-31. PubMed ID: 10085994.
    Abstract:
    The increased incidence of multiple gestations has raised many questions regarding the differences in the care of twins versus singletons. The concept of co-bedding twins in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) has drawn increased attention in recent years. A NICU in a children's hospital in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States explored the benefits and risks to this practice, and developed a guideline for double bunking twins. The guideline provides health care professionals with a safe and efficient means to arrange a physical environment that will simulate the environment many parents will use at home. Research is needed to determine the potential physical, psychologic, or psychosocial benefits of co-bedding multiple-gestation infants.
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