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Developing interpersonal relationships with adolescents with anorexia nervosa.

Valentina Micevski1, Terence V McCann

  • 1School of Nursing and Midwifery, Institute of Health and Diversity, Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia.

Contemporary Nurse
|November 22, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Paediatric nurses build therapeutic relationships with adolescent anorexia nervosa patients by focusing on individual needs. This approach enhances understanding and connection, improving care for this complex eating disorder.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Psychiatry
  • Adolescent Health

Background:

  • Anorexia nervosa is a severe eating disorder impacting adolescents.
  • Developing effective nurse-patient relationships is crucial for managing this condition.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore how paediatric nurses establish professional interpersonal relationships with adolescent patients diagnosed with anorexia nervosa.

Main Methods:

  • Grounded theory approach was employed for data collection and analysis.
  • In-depth interviews were conducted with ten registered nurses working in a paediatric ward.

Main Results:

  • Two primary foci of care were identified: 'interacting with nurses' and 'interacting with patients'.
  • A core category emphasized the significance of an individualized approach in relationship development.

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  • Contextual factors influencing nurse-patient relationship dynamics were also highlighted.

    • Conclusions:

    • An individualized approach is key for paediatric nurses to build effective therapeutic relationships with adolescent anorexia nervosa patients.
    • Findings offer insights for improving clinical practice, nursing education, and unit administration.
    • Further research is recommended to explore these relationship dynamics in greater depth.