Sternal Precautions and Prone Positioning of Infants Following Median Sternotomy: A Nationwide Survey.

Purpose: To describe current practice of pediatric sternal precautions (PSPs) and prone positioning restrictions (PPRs) in infants after median sternotomy.

Methods: A Web-based survey with 21 questions was developed on the basis of a review of current literature and expert consultation. Snowball sampling resulted in 68 participants well represented by profession throughout the United States.