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[Preparation, premedication and parental presence]
1I Servizio di Anestesia e Rianimazione, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria, Parma, Italy.
Minerva Anestesiologica
|May 25, 2002
Summary
A play preparation program effectively reduced preoperative anxiety in children and their mothers before surgery. This intervention helps manage anxiety, a common issue during general anaesthesia.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Anesthesiology
- Child Psychology
- Healthcare Interventions
Context:
- Preoperative anxiety affects 40%-60% of children under general anesthesia.
- This anxiety can complicate anesthesia induction and lead to long-term behavioral changes.
- Effective prevention strategies are crucial for pediatric surgical patients.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a play preparation program for reducing preoperative anxiety in children.
- To assess the impact of the program on maternal anxiety levels.
- To present a novel, play-based intervention for pediatric surgical preparation.
Summary:
- A play preparation program, delivered by play specialists, was implemented for children undergoing surgery.
- The program aimed to mitigate anxiety associated with the preoperative period and anesthesia induction.
- The intervention was offered to all pediatric patients prior to their surgical procedures.
Impact:
- The play preparation program demonstrated significant effectiveness in reducing preoperative anxiety in children.
- Maternal anxiety levels were also positively impacted by the intervention.
- This approach offers a valuable, non-pharmacological tool for managing pediatric preoperative anxiety.