“Bright start, safe heart”: a quality improvement project to improve knowledge and skills in neonatal resuscitation among healthcare professionals in Uva Province, Sri Lanka

Abstract

Neonatal resuscitation is an important skill for healthcare professionals in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU) and delivery rooms. Ensuring proficiency and sustainability in these skills are vital for improving neonatal outcomes. This audit evaluates the initial knowledge and skills of neonatal resuscitation among doctors, nurses, and midwives in UVA Province, Sri Lanka, and assesses improvements following the Neonatal Life Support (NLS) program.