[Nursing assistence to hospitalized children in straightened circunstances (part II)]

Dyrce Maria Rocha Martins1, Maria Helena Trench2, Marli Heckmaier2

  • 1Professor Assistente da disciplina Enfermagem Pediátrica da EEUSP. Mestre em Enfermagem.

Insights

Pediatric nursing students supported hospitalized children facing surgery. This intervention aimed to improve coping mechanisms and enhance cooperation during medical procedures.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Child Psychology
  • Surgical Care

Context:

  • Hospitalized children undergoing surgery require specialized support.
  • Effective coping strategies are crucial for pediatric patients' well-being.
  • Nursing students play a role in patient care and education.

Purpose:

  • To describe the experiences of pediatric nursing students assisting hospitalized children with surgery.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of student-led interventions in managing surgical anxiety and promoting cooperation.
  • To provide insights into best practices for supporting pediatric surgical patients.

Summary:

  • Two case studies detail pediatric nursing students' interventions with hospitalized children preparing for surgery.
  • Students facilitated coping mechanisms and encouraged patient cooperation through targeted support.
  • The interventions focused on child-centered approaches to reduce surgical stress.

Impact:

  • Demonstrates the valuable contribution of nursing students in pediatric surgical care.
  • Highlights the importance of psychosocial support for children facing surgery.
  • Offers practical strategies for enhancing pediatric patient cooperation and recovery.

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