[Different perspectives on cultivating beneficence in hospitals]

Odile Perrusson1, Corinne Carpentier, Florence Lauret

  • 1odile.perrusson@rdb.aphp.fr

Insights

Implementing well-treatment for children in surgical units requires building trust between medical teams, children, and families. This trust is crucial for managing aggressive procedures and intensive post-operative care effectively.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Healthcare Management
  • Patient Experience

Context:

  • Children undergoing significant surgical procedures require specialized care.
  • Post-operative care in surgical units can be intensive and aggressive.
  • Implementing "well-treatment" presents unique challenges in pediatric surgical settings.

Purpose:

  • To explore effective strategies for "well-treatment" of hospitalized children in surgical units.
  • To understand the role of trust in pediatric surgical patient care.
  • To identify best practices for multidisciplinary teams managing complex pediatric surgical cases.

Summary:

  • "Well-treatment" in pediatric surgery hinges on establishing strong trust between the multidisciplinary team, the child patient, and their family.
  • Testimonies from healthcare professionals highlight trust as the cornerstone for navigating aggressive surgical procedures and demanding post-operative care.
  • Effective implementation requires a collaborative approach focused on patient and family-centered care.

Impact:

  • Provides a framework for enhancing patient care in pediatric surgical environments.
  • Emphasizes the critical role of psychosocial support alongside medical interventions.
  • Informs the development of training programs for multidisciplinary teams in pediatric surgical units.

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