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[The meaning of hospitalization for the pre-school child: a theoretical model]

Circéa Amália Ribeiro1, Margareth Angelo

  • 1Departamento de Enfermagem da Universidade Federal de São Paulo - UNIFESP. circea@dent.epm.br

Revista Da Escola De Enfermagem Da U S P
|January 20, 2006
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Hospitalization is a vulnerable experience for preschoolers. A mother's protective presence helps children navigate fear and mystery during their hospital stay, fostering resilience.

Area of Science:

  • Child Psychology
  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Qualitative Research

Context:

  • Hospitalization presents unique challenges for preschool-aged children.
  • Understanding the child's subjective experience is crucial in pediatric care.

Purpose:

  • To explore the meaning of hospitalization from the perspective of preschool children.
  • To identify key factors influencing children's coping mechanisms during hospitalization.

Summary:

  • This study utilized Symbolic Interactionism and Vygotsky's theory, employing Theory Based on Data methodology.
  • Data collected through observation and therapeutic toy-mediated interviews with 11 children (ages 3-6) and their mothers.
  • A model, "Growing up with the mother's protective presence," highlights child vulnerability, strength, and maternal support in managing hospitalization fears.

Impact:

  • Provides insights into the psychosocial needs of hospitalized preschoolers.
  • Informs healthcare providers and parents on supporting children during hospital stays.
  • Emphasizes the vital role of maternal presence in mitigating childhood hospitalization anxiety.

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