• To be aware that orofacial clefts are the most common facial congenital abnormalities in humans
• To read a case study presenting an overview of the care provided for an infant born with a cleft palate
• To recognise the vital role of children’s nurses in supporting family-centred care
Orofacial clefts are the most common facial congenital abnormalities in humans. Their management is complex due to a range of immediate and ongoing challenges. These include breathing, feeding, speech, hearing and dental issues. This article uses a case study approach to outline these challenges for a patient who was born with a cleft palate. The case is followed by a discussion of contemporary evidence-based care. The article focuses on family-centred care and multidisciplinary teamwork, and the author also details the central role of the children’s nurse.
Nursing Children and Young People. 36, 6, 15-19. doi: 10.7748/ncyp.2024.e1514
Peer reviewThis article has been subject to open peer review and checked for plagiarism using automated software
Correspondence Conflict of interestNone declared
Eridani-Ball B, Brimble MJ (2024) Care of an infant born with a cleft palate: a case study. Nursing Children and Young People. doi: 10.7748/ncyp.2024.e1514
Published online: 18 March 2024
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