Research abstracts

Effect of Oral Stimulation on Feeding Progression in Preterm Infants

Brenda S. Lessen, Illinois Wesleyan University

Abstract

Published in Advances in Neonatal Care 9(4): 187.

PURPOSE: To assess the safety and efficacy of a newly developed prefeeding oral stimulation intervention (Beckman Oral Motor Intervention-Premature Infant) on feeding progression and length of stay on preterm infants younger than 30 weeks PMA.

Suggested Citation

Brenda S. Lessen. "Effect of Oral Stimulation on Feeding Progression in Preterm Infants" 2009
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/brenda_lessen/2