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Perioperative management of the child with behavioral disorders

Vanda Yazbek Karam1, Hanane Barakat

  • 1School of Medicine, Lebanese American University, Chouran-Beirut 1102-2801, Lebanon. vanda.abiraad@lau.edu.lb

Middle East Journal of Anaesthesiology
|March 23, 2012
PubMed

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Hospital visits pose significant challenges for children with behavioral disorders and their families. A coordinated, pre-planned approach is essential to minimize perioperative stress and ensure high-quality care for these vulnerable children.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Psychology
  • Child Development
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • Behavioral disorders in children can stem from normal developmental stages, significant life stressors, or inherent conditions.
  • Hospital visits present unique challenges for children with behavioral disorders, impacting them, their parents, and healthcare providers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the challenges associated with hospital visits for children experiencing behavioral disorders.
  • To advocate for a structured, coordinated approach to manage perioperative stress in this population.

Main Methods:

  • This study reviews the impact of hospital environments on children with behavioral disorders.
  • It emphasizes the need for proactive planning and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Main Results:

  • Hospital visits can be a major source of stress for children with behavioral disorders.
  • Current approaches may not adequately address the unique needs of these children.

Conclusions:

  • A coordinated, pre-emptive strategy is crucial for minimizing perioperative stress in children with behavioral disorders.
  • Implementing such plans can enhance the quality of healthcare services provided to these children and their families.

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