My name is Kaitlin Eisnor. I am a senior nursing student at Emmanuel College in Boston, Massachusetts. Throughout my nursing education, I became interested in patient-centered care, particularly in vulnerable populations. I was drawn to the topic of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome because I wanted to know how nurses can better support infants and families affected by it, especially with something as important as feeding.
Researching this topic has given me a deeper appreciation for the role nurses play in advocating, especially for patient populations who cannot advocate for themselves. I hope to continue exploring this area as I begin my career as a Registered Nurse next year.