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Preparing kids and parents for surgery

M L Ellerton

    The Canadian Nurse
    |November 1, 1994
    PubMed
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    Parents need better information and support for preparing children for ambulatory surgery and caring for them post-operatively. This is crucial as pediatric same-day surgeries increase, placing significant care responsibilities on parents.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Surgery
    • Ambulatory Care
    • Healthcare Economics

    Background:

    • Ambulatory surgery is increasingly common across all patient groups due to medical advances and healthcare cost constraints.
    • Pediatric surgical admissions are following this trend, with a rise in same-day surgeries for children.
    • Parents are primarily responsible for pre- and post-operative care of children undergoing day surgery.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the challenges parents face in preparing children for ambulatory surgery.
    • To underscore the need for improved parental information and support systems.
    • To address parental anxiety regarding pediatric day surgery and home care.

    Main Methods:

    • This study is a review of current trends and parental responsibilities in pediatric ambulatory surgery.

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  • Analysis of existing literature on parental preparedness and post-surgical care challenges.
  • Identification of gaps in information and support for parents.

    • Main Results:

    • Parents often lack experience and adequate information for pediatric day surgery preparation and home care.
    • Parental anxiety mirrors children's fears about surgery and post-operative recovery.
    • Current support systems may be insufficient to meet parental needs in this area.

    Conclusions:

    • There is a significant need to enhance resources and education for parents managing pediatric ambulatory surgery.
    • Addressing parental anxiety and providing clear guidance is essential for successful day surgery outcomes.
    • Improved parental preparation can lead to better patient recovery and reduced healthcare system burden.