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Living with disability: Part 3. Communication and care
1Canterbury Christ Church University.
Paediatric Nursing
|June 21, 2006
Summary
Caring for children with disabilities requires understanding their diverse needs and implementing holistic care strategies. This article focuses on meeting these needs within a hospital setting through multidisciplinary collaboration.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Disability Studies
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- This article concludes a three-part series on the complexities of caring for children with disabilities.
- Previous articles covered terminology, family impact, social policy, therapeutic use of self, and reflective practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address the range of care required by children with disabilities.
- To explore how these needs can be effectively met in a hospital (ward) setting.
- To emphasize the significance of multidisciplinary teamwork in providing holistic care.
Main Methods:
- This article synthesizes information from previous parts of the series.
- It focuses on practical application within the ward setting.
- It highlights the principles of multidisciplinary and holistic care.
Main Results:
- Children with disabilities require a comprehensive and adaptable care approach.
- Effective care in a ward setting necessitates coordinated efforts from various healthcare professionals.
- Multidisciplinary working is crucial for delivering holistic care that addresses the child's overall well-being.
Conclusions:
- Meeting the needs of children with disabilities in a hospital setting is achievable through tailored care plans.
- Integrated, multidisciplinary teams are essential for providing comprehensive and effective support.
- Holistic care, encompassing all aspects of the child's well-being, should be the standard in pediatric disability care.
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