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Journal : Pediomaternal Nursing Journal

Feeding cues: a concept analysis Irianti, Dewi; Wanda, Dessie; Waluyanti, Fajar Tri; Huda, Mega Hasanul
Pediomaternal Nursing Journal Vol. 12 No. 1 (2026): VOLUME 12 NO 1 MARCH 2026
Publisher : Universitas Airlangga

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/pmnj.v12i1.68524

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Introduction: Premature infants often experience delays in developing oral feeding skills essential for their growth. This may be due to immature motor development and physiological instability. Inconsistent definitions of feeding cues can also affect the quality of care provided. Therefore, a concept analysis of feeding cues in premature infants is necessary to clarify definition and improve the accuracy of care to meet their needs. This study aimed to clarify the concept of feeding cues in premature infants.Methods: The Walker and Avant concept analysis method was used. A literature search was also conducted from five databases: PubMed, ProQuest, ScienceDirect, Scopus, and Google Scholar for 2000 and later.Results: The literature search obtained 20 articles on feeding cues from various disciplines. Eight attributes were developed from the concept analysis, including (1) behavioral and physiological signs, (2) readiness to feed, (3) transition and awareness ability, (4) hand and mouth movements, (5) effective sucking and swallowing, (6) self-regulation, (7) behavioural changes, and (8) facial expression. Antecedents to feeding cues include infant physiology, infant’s level of consciousness changes, infant motor and reflex development, respiratory stability and health status, and availability of feeding resources. Consequences include timely and appropriate feeding according to infant’s needs, infant’s self-regulation, infant’s comfort and stability, development of a positive caregiver-infant relationship, and balance of energy intake and growths.Conclusion: The concept analysis provides eight comprehensive attributes and their antecedents and consequences, emphasising the importance of understanding feeding cues in premature infants. This understanding can guide nursing care, enhance early feeding interventions, and support the growth and development of premature infants to enhance the quality of nursing care in this group.Keywords: concept analysis; feeding cues; premature infants
Co-Authors Abram Babakal Adawiyah, Robiyatul Ade Handayani Ade Silvia Handayani Alfanira Setiawan Anisah Fadhilah Argarini, Diah Astuti Astuti Astuti Yuni Nursasi Atun Roudatul Ma’rifah Ayuni Rizka Utami Azizah, Latifah Fajri Nur Azkiyati, Ade Maya Chodidjah, Siti Defi Efendi Dessirya, Endah Desy Rasmiyani Dewi Hayati, Dewi Elisa Islami Putri Ening Wahyuni Fajar Listya Ayuningtyas Fajar Tri Waluyanti Gita Sari Aryani Gustika Arnils Happy Hayati Hasanah, Kusnul Herry Susanto Hertani Indah Lestari Hertanti Indah Lestari Husni, Nyayu Latifah Ibnu Ziad, Ibnu Intan Asri Nurani Irianti, Dewi Islamia, Ina Jojor Sihotang Juli Widiyanto Kherunnisa Kherunnisa Khodijah Alkaff Linda Setyowati Linda Wati Luluk Khusnul Dwihestie M. Zakuan Agung Marita, Zadam Mieska Despitasari Moh. Heri Kurniawan Mohammad Heri Kurniawan Mohammad Heri Kurniawan Muhammad Fauzi Rahman Muhammad Fauzi Rahman Mutiara Amanda Nani Nurhaeni Nina Dwi Putri Ningsih, Risna Novia Pratiwi, Novia Nugroho, Alfin Nur Agustini Nurani, Intan Asri Nursanti Christianingsih Nyayu Latifah Husni Okinarum, Giyawati Yulilania Pande Lilik Lestari Pricilia Mais Putra, Hasriza Eka R. Rr Maria Dyah Kurniasari Rahmadhani, Dewi Astika Rahmasari, Syifa Widya Ramadhani, Dewi Astika Raudha Ilmi Farid Riswal Hanafi Siregar Roselyn Chipojola SANTOSO SANTOSO Setiawati, Atik Shahylannanda Tito Yuwono Sri Agustin Tabara Sri Chodidjah Surwaningsih Suryani Hartati Syaiful, Afifah Ayu Syifa Widya Rahmasari Titik Ambar Asmarini Wahyuni, Rita Wanda , Dessie Wati, Alfah Ratna Widhiastuti, Erma Yeni Rustina Yeni Yarnita Yogi Prawira Yohanes Andy Rias Yuhendri Putra