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Pediatr. Clin. North Am. · Oct 2017
ReviewEnd-of-Life and Bereavement Care in Pediatric Intensive Care Units.
- Markita L Suttle, Tammara L Jenkins, and Robert F Tamburro.
- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Nationwide Children's Hospital, 700 Children's Drive, Columbus, OH 43205, USA. Electronic address: markita.suttle@nationwidechildrens.org.
- Pediatr. Clin. North Am. 2017 Oct 1; 64 (5): 1167-1183.
AbstractMost 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.Copyright © 2017 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
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