Journal of pediatric health care : official publication of National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates & Practitioners
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The purpose of this study was to explore the school-age child's perspective about living with a tracheostomy. ⋯ Data indicated that encouraging friendships with other children enhances the well-being of the child with a tracheostomy. In addition, data suggested that when schoolmates understand the experiences of children with tracheostomies, they are supportive of the child. Nurse practitioners are in a unique position to assist the child with a tracheostomy in the development of peer networks.