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ArticleBMC health services research2026

The explored experiences of Latino families in the neonatal intensive care unit.

Devlynne S Ondusko, Veronica I Underwood Carrasco, Astrid Platteau, Susanne Klawetter, Roberta Suzette Hunte, Emily Hawkins Carter, Morinne Osborne, Jaime W Peterson

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Devlynne S OnduskoDepartment of Pediatrics, Division of Neonatology, Oregon Health & Science University, 707 SW Gaines Street, Mail Code: CDRC-P, Portland, OR, 97239, USA. ondusko@ohsu.edu.
Veronica I Underwood CarrascoDepartment of Pediatrics, Division of General Pediatrics, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR, USA.
Astrid PlatteauDepartment of Pediatrics, Division of Neonatology, Salem Health, Salem, OR, USA.
Susanne KlawetterDepartment of Psychiatry, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO, USA.
Roberta Suzette HunteSchool of Social Work, Portland State University, Portland, OR, USA.
Emily Hawkins CarterDepartment of Pediatrics, Division of Neonatology, Oregon Health & Science University, 707 SW Gaines Street, Mail Code: CDRC-P, Portland, OR, 97239, USA.
Morinne OsborneHoward University College of Medicine, Washington, DC, USA.
Jaime W PetersonDepartment of Pediatrics, Division of General Pediatrics, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR, USA.

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The Development of PATH, a Program to Support NICU Parent Mental Health Through the Transition from Hospital to HomeK08MH127519 · NIMH · UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER · PI KLAWETTER, SUSANNE · 2022 to 2025
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AHRQ HHS K12 HS026370NIMH NIH HHS K08 MH127519NIMH NIH HHS K08MH127519Oregon Health and Science University Racial Equity & Inclusion Grant
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Abstract

backgroundWhile many families experience multiple etiologies of stress during a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) admission, unique stressors arise for certain groups that are at higher risk for disparities in infant outcomes, including Latino families. The objective of this study was to explore the experiences of Latino families regarding support received in the NICU while their infant was hospitalized to identify ways to enhance the quality of care.

methodsQualitative study to explore the NICU experience of Latino families through semi-structured interviews and focus groups (FGs) in English or Spanish. Inclusion criteria were self-identification as a Latino family member, English or Spanish speaking, and NICU admission between January 2020-February 2022. Recorded transcripts underwent reflexive thematic analysis.

resultsEight interviews and four FGs were conducted with a total of 20 family members. Themes were categorized as "Experiences" and "Recommendations." Experience themes included: challenges with information sharing, altered provider relationships in the setting of language discordance, language barriers, threats to trust, contributors to stress, and barriers to parent support and family cohesion. Recommendation themes included: inform and engage families (e.g., bilingual resources, orientation to parenting role, inclusion in decision making), address concerns, offer support (e.g., emotional and psychological), and create an inclusive environment.

conclusionLatino families with recent NICU admissions highlighted their personal and witnessed experiences of language discordance and the impact on information sharing, provider and nurse relationships, and parental support. Families recommended practical strategies to uphold trust and improve the quality of care, including engaging families, providing adequate information, addressing their concerns, providing support, and fostering a language accessible environment.

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FamilyHispanic or LatinoIntensive Care Units, NeonatalCommunication BarriersFamily SupportFemaleFocus GroupsHumansInfant, NewbornInterviews as TopicMaleProfessional-Family RelationsQualitative ResearchSocial SupportStress, PsychologicalCultureHealth equityLatinoNeonatal intensive care unitQuality of care

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PMCPMC12870390

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