Guideline
Deterioration of the Newborn (NEWTT 2): A Framework for Practice
- Communicating with families
- Families and professional practice
- Family-integrated care
- Medical
- Newborn examination
- Nursing
- Postnatal and transitional care
- Quality improvement
- Transitional care
Summary
This BAPM Framework for Practice addresses recognition and escalation of the deteriorating newborn in postnatal settings, including the delivery suite, postnatal ward and transitional care unit. It describes at-risk groups of babies who should receive monitoring and provides an updated Newborn Early Warning Track and Trigger (NEWTT2) chart aligned with current newborn care recommendations. The chart now incorporates parental concern, reflecting findings from recent national maternity investigations and the role of families alongside the multidisciplinary team. Supporting appendices include completion guidance, escalation and review records, and a statement on colour assessment.
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