Publisher's Synopsis
There is now increasing concern about the staffing of neo-natal units, particularly in view of the increasing numbers of very low birthweight infants surviving and needing prolonged intensive care. The rapid changes in this field have implications for both clinicians and managers: this report offers guiding principles and points of references for doctors and summarizes existing trends and their implications for the future in terms of organization and staffing.;The report is intended for doctors and health service managers, especially those involved in neo-natal care.