The Role of Bundle of Care in Evidence-based Neonatal Practice

Abstract

In neonatal intensive care, where the fragility of newborns necessitates both clinical precision and compassionate care, evidence-based practice (EBP) serves as a cornerstone for improving outcomes. Among the most effective EBP strategies are the use of care bundles, a structured set of evidence-informed interventions tailored to specific clinical scenarios. First introduced by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) in 2001, care bundles promote consistency, teamwork, and communication across multidisciplinary teams. By standardizing key processes, these bundles address the complex, multifactorial risks faced by critically ill neonates. When applied reliably in intensive care settings, care bundles have demonstrated measurable improvements in neonatal outcomes, particularly for high-risk infants, reinforcing their role as a vital tool in advancing quality and safety in newborn care.