Safe Transportation of Newborns at Hospital Discharge
- 1 October 1999
- journal article
- Published by American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) in Pediatrics
- Vol. 104 (4) , 986-987
- https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.104.4.986
Abstract
All hospitals should set policies that require the discharge of every newborn in a car safety seat that is appropriate for the infant's maturity and medical condition. Discharge policies for newborns should include a parent education component, regular review of educational materials, and periodic in-service education for responsible staff. Appropriate child restraint systems should become a benefit of coverage by Medicaid, managed care organizations, and other third-party insurers.Keywords
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