Childhood illness and hospitalization are stressful events for a family. Minimizing the trauma of hospitalization for children and their parents is a goal for health care workers in pediatric settings. This study examined the way in which mothers perceive their role in caring for their hospitalized children. Communication between the nurse and mother concerning that role was also explored. Results showed that the majority of mothers prefer to perform many child-care activities for their hospitalized children. However, relatively few mothers reported that they had received any communication regarding their role with their child from the staff.
Preparing for surgical separation of conjoined twins involves coordination, communication, and multidisciplinary planning by several specialties. This article discusses the embryology, etiology, and incidence of conjoined twins and provides a historical perspective of the different types of conjoined twins. A case study describes the perioperative management of conjoined twins at Texas Children's Hospital's, Houston. Team members' roles are discussed, and the perioperative care of conjoined twins detailed.
Families of infants born with congenital defects such as cleft lip, cleft palate, and combinations of these often grasp with accepting the condition. Nurses can help facilitate acceptance by parents and families and play a key role in the management and habilitation of these children.
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