Sonya Del Tredici and John Keenan

Addiction Medicine Journal Club

Sonya Del Tredici and John Keenan

  • 23. Eat-Sleep-Console

23. Eat-Sleep-Console

Monday 19th June 2023

Join Drs. Del Tredici and Keenan as they discuss the Eat-Sleep-Console method for neonatal opioid withdrawal in this enlightening episode.
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Addiction Medicine Journal Club
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Sonya Del Tredici and John Keenan
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Eat-Sleep-Console: A New Hope for Babies with Opioid Withdrawal

Episode Overview

  • The Eat-Sleep-Console approach significantly reduced the number of days until infants with NOWs were ready for hospital discharge, with no increase in adverse events.
  • Breastfeeding rates were higher in the Eat-Sleep-Console group, highlighting the method's positive impact on neonatal care.
  • The study's validity, strengths, and weaknesses were thoroughly analysed, offering healthcare professionals a comprehensive understanding of the research.
  • The implications of adopting the Eat-Sleep-Console method for patient care were discussed, providing valuable insights for healthcare providers.
  • The episode encouraged diverse perspectives, engaging listeners in a thoughtful and patient-centred conversation about the groundbreaking research.
Compared with usual care with the Finnegan score, the eat, sleep, console care approach reduced the number of days until infants with NOWs were ready for hospital discharge, and there was no increase in adverse events.
Imagine a world where newborns suffering from opioid withdrawal can find comfort and stability through a simple yet effective method. In this episode of 'Addiction Medicine Journal Club,' Dr. Sonya Del Tredici and Dr. John Keenan dive into the Eat-Sleep-Console approach, a promising new way to treat neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome.
The hosts break down the findings of a recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, shedding light on how this method could revolutionize care for these vulnerable infants. You'll hear about the study's strengths, weaknesses, and what it means for the future of neonatal care. But that's not all – the episode also touches on some fascinating side topics like how semaglutide can reduce alcohol intake in rats and why even tiny nematodes get the munchies.
Whether you're a healthcare professional or just curious about cutting-edge addiction medicine, this episode offers valuable insights and a touch of humor. Tune in to learn how small changes can make a big difference in the lives of those affected by addiction.