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The child's experience of becoming ill with COVID-19

Juliana Barony da Silva1, Nayara Luiza Henriques1, Felipe Leonardo Rigo1

  • 1Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Escola de Enfermagem, Departamento de Enfermagem Materno-infantil e Saúde Pública, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil.

Revista Da Escola De Enfermagem Da U S P
|February 5, 2024
PubMed

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Children diagnosed with COVID-19 understood its risks and impacts. Their illness experience involved routine changes, emotional shifts, and physical symptoms, highlighting the need for tailored care strategies.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Health
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Psychological Impact of Illness

Background:

  • Understanding children's perspectives on illness is crucial for effective healthcare.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic presented unique challenges for pediatric populations globally.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore and comprehend the lived experiences of children diagnosed with COVID-19.
  • To identify the key aspects of illness perception and adaptation in pediatric COVID-19 cases.

Main Methods:

  • A qualitative-descriptive and exploratory study design was employed.
  • Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 24 children aged 7–9 years diagnosed with COVID-19.
  • Deductive thematic analysis was used to analyze the collected interview data.

Main Results:

  • Children demonstrated an understanding of COVID-19's lethality, transmissibility, and prevention methods.
  • The illness was perceived negatively, marked by significant routine disruptions, emotional distress, and physical symptoms.
  • Participants reported limitations in daily activities and home-based routines due to the infection.

Conclusions:

  • Children grasped the pandemic's severity and associated changes, including disease control measures.
  • Recognizing children's understanding of their illness experience can inform supportive care and enhance their engagement in health management.
  • This knowledge can guide interventions to improve coping mechanisms and participation in public health efforts.
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