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**The relationship between maternal needs and priorities in a neonatal intensive care environment** **Aim.** The aim of this study was to investigate the nature and organization of maternal needs and priorities in a neonatal unit. **Background.** The relationship between maternal needs and priorities appears to be an under studied area in neonatal nursing. **Methods.** A quantitative survey was carried out based on 209 mothers with premature infants. Two self‐assessment schedules were used: critical care maternal needs inventory (J. Leske, __Heart and Lung__**15**, 27–42) and a ranking scale. The data were analysed with multivariate analysis. **Findings.** Data analysis revealed clear priorities in maternal needs. In particular the need for accurate infant related information was a priority for 93% of the mothers. Good communication practices with professionals were also valued. The mothers displayed altruistic behaviour, and self‐related needs took second place. It is proposed that maternal needs demonstrate a hierarchical organization. **Conclusion.** It is important for nurses to consider the individual needs of the mothers, simply because the satisfaction of these needs is esse

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Author

M.M. Bialoskurski; C.L. Cox; R.D. Wiggins

Publisher

John Wiley and Sons; Wiley (Blackwell Publishing); Blackwell Publishing Inc.; Wiley (ISSN 0309-2402)

Published

2002

Language

EN

Field

Health Professions (Health Sciences)