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  • 1Milton Keynes General Hospital NHS Trust, Eaglestone.

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A post-operative telephone call provides effective support for parents of children undergoing day-case surgery. This approach helps ensure children experience minimal immediate issues after the procedure, promoting family-centered care.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Healthcare Quality Improvement
  • Patient Support Systems

Background:

  • Day-case surgery aims to minimize disruption for pediatric patients by enabling them to recover at home.
  • Adequate parental information and support are crucial for successful day-case surgical experiences in children.
  • Clinical audit is recognized as a key method for enhancing healthcare quality.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of a telephone support system for parents following pediatric day-case surgery.
  • To assess parental satisfaction and perceived support after day-case procedures.
  • To identify any immediate post-operative issues experienced by children.

Main Methods:

  • A clinical audit was conducted to assess the impact of post-operative telephone calls.

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  • Data was collected from parents regarding their support needs and satisfaction.
  • Parental feedback was analyzed to determine the efficacy of the telephone support.

    • Main Results:

    • Telephone follow-up calls were found to provide effective support to parents of children undergoing day-case surgery.
    • Children generally experienced few immediate post-operative problems.
    • The study highlighted the importance of parental support in day-case pediatric care.

    Conclusions:

    • Post-operative telephone support is a valuable intervention for parents of children undergoing day-case surgery.
    • This supportive measure contributes to a positive surgical experience and reinforces family-centered care principles.
    • Ensuring adequate parental support is essential for the success of day-case pediatric surgical services.