End-of-Life and Bereavement Care in Pediatric Intensive Care Units.
Pediatr Clin North Am
; 64(5): 1167-1183, 2017 10.
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| ID: mdl-28941542
ABSTRACT
Most childhood deaths in the United States occur in hospitals. Pediatric intensive care clinicians must anticipate and effectively treat dying children's pain and suffering and support the psychosocial and spiritual needs of families. These actions may help family members adjust to their loss, particularly bereaved parents who often experience reduced mental and physical health. Candid and compassionate communication is paramount to successful end-of-life (EOL) care as is creating an environment that fosters meaningful family interaction. EOL care in the pediatric intensive care unit is associated with challenging ethical issues, of which clinicians must maintain a sound and working understanding.
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01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Cuidado Terminal
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Aflicción
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Unidades de Cuidado Intensivo Pediátrico
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Cuidados Críticos
Aspecto:
Ethics
Límite:
Child
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Humans
País/Región como asunto:
America do norte
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Pediatr Clin North Am
Año:
2017
Tipo del documento:
Article