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Reducing children's psychological stress in the operating suite.

S T Jones

    Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
    |January 1, 1985
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    Pediatric surgical patients experience significant psychological stress. Training staff in child development and using preventive psychiatry can minimize this distress, improving the child

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Psychology
    • Anesthesiology
    • Child Development

    Background:

    • Children face significant psychological stress in operating suites due to separation, unfamiliar environments, and procedures.
    • The recovery room environment can also be frightening for children, exacerbating anxiety.

    Observation:

    • Anxiety stems from parental separation, intimidating settings, masked personnel, restraint, and anesthetic mask application.
    • The recovery room presents overwhelming scenes of injury and suffering, increasing fear.

    Findings:

    • Psychological distress in pediatric surgical patients can be minimized through staff training in child development.
    • Implementing preventive psychiatry and common sense approaches by operating suite personnel is crucial.

    Implications:

    • Minimizing psychological morbidity enhances the overall surgical experience for children.
    • Alternative recovery settings should be considered for children undergoing less complex procedures.
    • Improved pediatric surgical care requires a focus on psychological well-being.

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