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Rearing the child who is technology dependent: perceptions of parents and home care nurses
Maureen E O'Brien1, Carole B Wegner
1Marquette University College of Nursing, Milwaukee, WI, USA. maureen.o'brien@marquette.edu
Issues And Purpose:
Most children who are dependent on technology for survival live with their families at home. This study explores the perceptions of parents and home care nurses regarding rearing the technology-dependent child.
Design And Methods:
In this qualitative study, interviews were conducted with 16 parents whose child is technology dependent and 15 registered nurses who provided home care.
Results:
Rearing the child who is technology dependent is similar to but different from raising other children. Parental communication and negotiation of child-rearing expectations with home care nurses is essential.
Practice Implications:
Improved collaboration and communication between parents and nurses may reduce parental stress and enhance development for children who are dependent on technology.
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