OBJECTIVE:
To develop and validate conceptual and operational definitions for the defining characteristics of the respiratory nursing diagnoses, ineffective breathing pattern, impaired gas exchange and impaired spontaneous ventilation, in newborns.
METHODS:
This was a methodological study of conceptual validation of the defining characteristics of three respiratory nursing diagnoses, by consensus analysis of a committee of five specialist nurses, and then a group of five non-nursing professionals, using the Delphi technique.
RESULTS:
After two rounds of evaluation, consensus was obtained that was equal to or greater than 80% on all of the definitions, which were then considered validated.
CONCLUSION:
The definitions developed for the defining characteristics of three nursing diagnoses were validated with a high level of consensus.
Nursing diagnosis; Neonatal nursing; Signs and symptoms respiratory; Nursing care; Infant; newborn; Patient care planning
