Abstract
Internationally, advances in medicine and technology have led to a growing repertoire of interventions that can save or prolong lives of critically ill infants and
children. Key developments include: resuscitation practices; continuous monitoring methods; ventilation devices and strategies; and artificial organs [1]. Interventions have also been developed to support parents and enhance communication between
families and pediatric critical care professionals. In neonatology the Newborn Individualized Developmental Care and Assessment Program (NIDCAP) has proven
to be beneficial in supporting both infants and parents [2, 3]. A range of communication strategies have been developed and tested, such as audio-recording
parent—physician consultations, and the use of infant progress charts, videos or web-links [4]. Despite increased treatment efficacy, moral and ethical challenges remain [5] which add significant complexity when navigating, negotiating, and communicating treatment pathways with parents and families.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 264-265 |
Number of pages | 0 |
Journal | Pediatric Critical Care Medicine |
Volume | 17 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Mar 2016 |
Keywords
- clinicians
- neonatology
- parents
- pediatric intensive care unit
- relationship