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Brain Imaging Investigation of the Neural Correlates of Emotion Regulation
Published on: August 26, 2011
Radiographers' emotional reactions to suspected child abuse.
B Mussmann1, H List2, M Hardy3
1Research Unit of Radiology, Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark; Department of Radiology, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark; Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Radiography, Oslo Metropolitan University, Oslo, Norway.
Radiographers performing skeletal surveys for suspected physical abuse (SPA) face emotional challenges. Findings highlight the need for organizational and individual support, including debriefing, to manage the emotional impact of SPA imaging.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging
- Radiography
- Child Protection
Background:
- Suspected physical abuse (SPA) in children necessitates full skeletal surveys.
- Radiographers undertaking SPA imaging may encounter significant emotional distress.
- Understanding these emotional aspects is crucial for supporting radiographers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the emotional experiences of radiographers during SPA imaging.
- To identify how radiographers cope with the challenges of SPA examinations.
Main Methods:
- Semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with 8 pediatric radiographers.
- Interviews were performed by an experienced radiographer and a social anthropologist.
- Verbatim transcripts were analyzed using thematic analysis.
Main Results:
- Most radiographers identified skeletal surveys as emotionally challenging.
- Four key themes emerged: caregiver/child interactions, fear of errors, dealing with deceased children, and coping strategies.
- Specific sub-themes were identified within these overarching categories.
Conclusions:
- SPA imaging presents complex emotional challenges for radiographers, requiring emotional regulation in intense situations.
- Both organizational and individual support are essential for addressing these challenges.
- Implementing debriefing practices can foster a supportive culture for radiographers dealing with the emotional impact of SPA imaging.
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