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[Scholars' perception about hospitalization: contributions for nursing care]
Danielle de Freitas Lapa1, Tania Vignuda de Souza
1Escola de Enfermagem Anna Nery, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brasil. danif.lapa@ig.com.br
Revista Da Escola De Enfermagem Da U S P
|August 31, 2011
Summary
Scholars experience fear, pain, and anxiety during hospitalization but also find comfort in family affection and play. Despite negative feelings, they understand hospitalization aids recovery.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Psychology
- Child Health Outcomes
- Qualitative Research Methods
Context:
- Hospitalization presents unique challenges for scholars.
- Understanding scholars' emotional and perceptual experiences is crucial.
Purpose:
- To explore scholars' feelings and perceptions during hospitalization.
- To identify key emotional responses and coping mechanisms.
Summary:
- Scholars report feelings of restriction, fear, pain, and anxiety, alongside missing home.
- Positive aspects include maternal affection, special foods, and compensation.
- Play is identified as a significant coping mechanism.
Impact:
- Highlights the emotional burden of hospitalization on scholars.
- Informs healthcare providers on supportive interventions.
- Emphasizes the role of play in pediatric care.
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