Day: October 31, 2019

Leveraging education for parents with children in intensive care to improve care plan compliance and enhance key quality initiatives

Leveraging education for parents with children in intensive care to improve care plan compliance and enhance key quality initiatives

Millions of children are admitted to intensive care units each year for critical conditions, accidents, or surgeries. Besides the physical pain, the experience can cause emotional trauma as well. The fear, anxiety, and shock can be overwhelming for patients and their families. Often many families struggle with a sense of frustration and helplessness. Studies show that when parents and families are more educated about their child’s health conditions and care plans, they take a more active role in that care.