[The relational withdrawal of the hospitalised child: from a professional project to a research protocol]

Manon Marie1, Mireille Castelblaison2, Marina Jehan2

  • 1Pôle Femmes-Enfants, Centre hospitalier universitaire de Caen, avenue de la Côte-de-Nacre, CS 30001, 14033 Caen cedex 9, France.

Insights

Professional reflection can identify relational withdrawal in hospitalized children. Using the Baby Distress Alarm Scale may improve early detection and prevent developmental disorders.

Area of Science:

  • Child Psychology
  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Developmental Pediatrics

Background:

  • Hospitalization can induce relational withdrawal in children, potentially impacting development.
  • Early identification of withdrawal behaviors is crucial for timely intervention.
  • Professional reflection during clinical training can spark research into child welfare.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the utility of the Baby Distress Alarm Scale (BDAS) in detecting relational withdrawal in hospitalized children.
  • To assess if BDAS screening can prevent developmental disorders in pediatric inpatients.
  • To provide experiential feedback on using the BDAS in a clinical setting.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a research protocol based on professional reflection during a pediatric intensive care internship.
  • Proposed use of the Baby Distress Alarm Scale (BDAS) for screening and assessment.
  • Qualitative feedback collection based on practical experience.

Main Results:

  • Professional reflection identified a need for better tools to assess child withdrawal.
  • The BDAS shows potential as a screening tool for relational withdrawal in hospitalized children.
  • Experiential feedback is essential for refining the application of such tools.

Conclusions:

  • The Baby Distress Alarm Scale (BDAS) may enhance the detection of relational withdrawal in pediatric patients.
  • Improved detection of withdrawal behaviors can aid in preventing developmental disorders.
  • Further research and practical application are needed to validate the BDAS's effectiveness.

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