Anaesthetizing children-From a nurse anaesthetist's perspective-A qualitative study

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Electrophysiological Measurements and Analysis of Nociception in Human Infants

Published on: December 20, 2011

Lena Danielsson1, Marie-Louise Lundström1, Inger K Holmström2,3

  • 1Region Västmanland Västmanlands sjukhus Västerås Sweden.

Nursing Open
|August 1, 2018
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Nurse anesthetists find pediatric anesthesia care complex, requiring strong family interaction and organizational support. Ensuring child and parent security is paramount for safe anesthesia.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Anesthesia
  • Nursing Care
  • Qualitative Research

Background:

  • Pediatric anesthesia presents unique challenges compared to adult anesthesia.
  • Effective care requires understanding the psychological and developmental needs of children.
  • The role of nurse anesthetists in pediatric care is critical.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore nurse anesthetists' experiences caring for children undergoing anesthesia.
  • To identify key factors influencing pediatric anesthesia care from the nurses' perspective.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative study design.
  • Analysis of sixteen written narratives from eight nurse anesthetists.
  • Qualitative content analysis was employed.

Main Results:

  • Pediatric anesthesia is a complex caring situation involving child-parent interactions and patient safety.
  • Nurse anesthetists prioritize creating a secure and calm environment for children and parents.
  • Effective pediatric anesthesia requires specialized knowledge of child development, fears, and parental needs, alongside technical skills.

Conclusions:

  • Optimal pediatric anesthesia care necessitates more than technical proficiency; it requires deep understanding of the child and family.
  • Team collaboration and organizational support are crucial for safe and effective pediatric anesthesia.
  • Healthcare organizations must allocate adequate time, skills, and resources for pediatric anesthesia.
Abstract

Keywords:
anaestheticschildrennursesnursingparents

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