2014
DOI: 10.1590/1983-1447.2014.03.43224
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The use of playing by the nursing staff on palliative care for children with cancer

Abstract: This study aimed to describe ways of using play by the nursing staff on palliative care of children with cancer and analyze the facilitators and barriers of the use of playing on this type of care. Qualitative, descriptive research developed on November 2012 with 11 health professionals, in a public hospital of the state of Rio de Janeiro. Semi-structured interviews and thematic analysis of the information were conducted. The use of playing before procedures was highlighted as a facilitator on palliative care.… Show more

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“…Soares et al's (2014) [17] findings promote play as an effective means of communication with children in palliative care. The researchers stressed that even though the dying child might not be explicitly playful, "play is a necessity of childhood and the means by which it (the child) develops in all physical, emotional, cognitive and social aspects" (p.115).…”
Section: Communication and The Importance Of Playmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Soares et al's (2014) [17] findings promote play as an effective means of communication with children in palliative care. The researchers stressed that even though the dying child might not be explicitly playful, "play is a necessity of childhood and the means by which it (the child) develops in all physical, emotional, cognitive and social aspects" (p.115).…”
Section: Communication and The Importance Of Playmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…By promoting a space that encourages playing, the professionals can get closer to the children and enable their integration with the other hospitalised children in the same situation, have fun with them, and help them understand the moment and procedures they are undergoing and will still undergo (18) . One resource that should be used for children to understands the therapeutic procedures they will undergo is the therapeutic toy.…”
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“…One resource that should be used for children to understands the therapeutic procedures they will undergo is the therapeutic toy. With this resource, nurses can draw closer to the world of children and understand their needs (18) . It should be noted that when there is no adequate preparation on the part of these workers, they have difficulty in dealing with the family, the child and themselves, which generates physical and psychological burnout (10) .…”
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confidence: 99%
“…21 Note that toys have been used in nursing care provided to children to relieve tension and also to establish communication, through which nurses can orient and clarify potential doubts children may have, as well as receive information about what the child believes s/he is experiencing during his/her hospitalization, which supports the planning of care. Hence, toys are used both to satisfy the children's need for recreation and to enable their physical, mental, emotional and social development during hospitalization.…”
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“…21 Hence, nurses seek to stimulate children and ensure their access to playrooms or recreational areas within the hospital environment, enabling improved quality of care and recovery of their health during hospitalization.…”
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