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Dimos Gidaris1, Steve Cunningham

  • 11st Paediatric Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Hippokrateion General Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece. dgidaris@doctors.org.uk

Frontiers in Bioscience (Elite Edition)
|June 11, 2013
PubMed

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Parents and clinicians have different understandings of wheeze, a common respiratory symptom. Improving communication and education can prevent misunderstandings that affect diagnosis and treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Respiratory Medicine
  • Clinical Communication

Background:

  • Wheeze presents differently to parents (noisy breathing) and clinicians (audible sign).
  • Discrepancies in understanding 'wheeze' can lead to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment strategies.
  • Effective communication between caregivers and healthcare providers is crucial for accurate respiratory assessment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the differing perspectives on wheeze between parents and clinicians.
  • To highlight potential communication barriers and their impact on pediatric respiratory care.
  • To emphasize the need for improved parent-clinician dialogue regarding respiratory symptoms.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of stakeholder perspectives on wheeze.
  • Literature review on parent-reported vs. clinically observed wheeze.
  • Exploration of communication strategies in pediatric respiratory illness.

Main Results:

  • Significant divergence exists in the definition and perception of wheeze among parents and healthcare professionals.
  • Misinterpretation of wheeze can result in delayed or inappropriate medical interventions.
  • Parental education and enhanced communication channels are vital for accurate symptom reporting.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing the "lost in translation" issue in wheeze perception is essential.
  • Educational initiatives for parents on recognizing and reporting wheeze are recommended.
  • Strengthening parent-clinician communication can improve diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes in pediatric respiratory conditions.

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