[The emotions of caregivers in neonatal and paediatric intensive care]

Sandrine Birsan1, Julie Guichoux1, Marie-Pierre Rodriguez1

  • 1Unité de réanimation néonatale et pédiatrique, Hôpital des enfants, CHU Bordeaux, Place Amélie-Raba-Léon, 33000 Bordeaux, France.

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Healthcare professionals

Area of Science:

  • Neonatal and paediatric nursing
  • Healthcare professional well-being

Background:

  • Parental emotions are a key focus in neonatal and paediatric care.
  • The emotional experiences of nursing staff are often overlooked.
  • Staff emotions can influence the quality of patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the importance of addressing nursing staff emotions in paediatric and neonatal units.
  • To advocate for the integration of emotional support for healthcare professionals.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of caregiver experiences.
  • Exploration of the impact of staff emotions on patient care quality.

Main Results:

  • Nursing teams' emotional experiences are critical but under-addressed.
  • Acknowledging and processing staff emotions is vital for optimal care delivery.

Conclusions:

  • Prioritizing the emotional well-being of nursing staff is essential for high-quality neonatal and paediatric care.
  • Implementing group discussions and individual reflection can support healthcare professionals' emotional health.

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