Abstract
Objective To investigate the optimal format and content of delivery room reminder tools, such
as checklists.
Study Design Voluntary, anonymous web-based surveys on checklists and reminder tools for neonatal
resuscitation were sent to clinicians at participating hospitals. Summary statistics
including the mean and standard deviation of the survey items were calculated. Several
key comparisons between groups were completed using Student t-test.
Results Fifteen hospitals were surveyed and 299 responses were collected. Almost all (96%)
respondents favored some form of a reminder tool. Specific reminders such as “check
and prepare all equipment” (mean 3.69, SD 0.81) were ranked higher than general reminders
and personnel reminders such as “introduction and assigning roles” (mean 3.23, SD
1.08). Rankings varied by profession, institution, and deliveries attended per month.
Conclusions Clinicians perceive a benefit of a checklist for neonatal resuscitation in the delivery
room. Preparation of equipment was perceived as the most important use for checklists.
Keywords
checklists - neonatal resuscitation - Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
