Parental adaptation to a child with bronchopulmonary dysplasia

Across the country, there has been an increase in the use of technology for the care of smaller infants, resulting in a chronic lung disease: bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD). For many years, the management of BPD occurred entirely in the hospital. However, there has been an increased use of home care for these children. The resultant home needs of the child place a strain on the coping strategies of the parents. Through education, support, communication, and a coordinated plan of care, the nurse can help the family in the adaptation process.