Neonatal nursing can be a very rewarding career. However, neonatal
nurses are often caring for very ill babies and difficult decisions may need to be
made. This paper explores one of the most challenging aspects of neonatal nursing;
the withdrawing of treatment from a neonate. A case study has been included of
withdrawing from a neonate born with Spinal Muscular Atrophy type I. Confidentiality
has been maintained throughout, in accordance with the Nursing and
Midwifery Council (2008).