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    • Pediatric Critical Care
    • Bioethics

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    • Clinical teams face complex ethical dilemmas when considering the cessation of life-sustaining interventions for critically ill children.
    • Discussions involve sensitive terminology related to patient suffering, parental concerns, and potential risks.
    • Multiple healthcare professionals and family members are involved, leading to diverse perspectives and emotional responses.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the essential skills and competencies required to effectively manage ethical tensions in pediatric end-of-life care decisions.
    • To identify the capacities needed to facilitate constructive dialogue among diverse stakeholders in high-stakes clinical situations.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative analysis of a specific clinical ethics consultation scenario.
    • Examination of the emotional and ethical dynamics present in a multidisciplinary team meeting.
    • Reflection on the role of the facilitator in managing conflict and tension.

    Main Results:

    • The consultation highlighted the profound emotional and moral distress experienced by all parties involved.
    • A critical need exists for facilitators possessing specific skills to navigate polarized viewpoints and intense feelings.
    • The process underscored the importance of creating a safe space for open communication.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective management of ethical conflicts in pediatric end-of-life care necessitates advanced interpersonal and ethical reasoning skills.
    • Developing the capacity to hold and process complex, often contradictory, emotions is crucial for ethical practice.
    • Further research should explore training methodologies for these essential competencies.