Care of Ill Children & Their Families

N466-PediatricsLinda S. Heath

The Meaning of Illness in Children

Cognitive DevelopmentPast ExperiencesLevel of Knowledge

Differences in Responses of Children and Adults to Illness

Inability to Communicate

Inability to Monitor Own Care and Manage Fear

Nutritional Needs

Fluid & Electrolyte Balance

Systemic Response to Illness

Age Specific Diseases

Care of the Ill Child and Family in the Hospital

Promoting a Positive Hospital Stay

Minimizing Hospital StayProviding Continuity of CareDecreasing Separation AnxietyMinimizing Negative Effects of ProceduresProviding PlaySetting Limits on Behavior

Nursing Responsibilities for Care of the Ill Child and Family

Nursing Responsibilities

Promoting Growth and DevelopmentPromoting Nutritional HealthPromoting SafetyPromoting Adequate SleepPromoting Play and Stimulation