Companions' of children who undergo surgical procedures and their feelings: experiences during perioperative period

vivências no perioperatório

Authors

  • Carlos Eduardo Peres Sampaio Universidade Estadual do Rio de Janeiro, Departamento de Enfermagem Médico-Cirúrgico
  • Diego de Souza Oliveira Ventura UERJ, FENF
  • Izabela de Faria Batista Hospital Universitário Pedro Ernesto
  • Tatyane Costa Simões Antunes UERJ, FENF

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5935/2316-9389.2009.v13.50511

Keywords:

Nursing, Children, Patient Escort Service

Abstract

This is a descriptive study with a qualitative approach that aims to identify the most vivid feelings of children's companions during perioperative period, as well as to offer a therapeutic reception and to evaluate the assistance provided to patient's family and friends. The research took place in a university hospital of Rio de Janeiro during 2007, and an interview was used to collect data. Fifteen companions, mainly patients' mothers, joined the study. Data analysis showed three main cathegories: impression of the surgical center; feelings of the companions regarding the child's operation; and companion's perceptions about nursing care during intraoperative period. Feelings of fear, preoccupation, anxiety, nervousness and hope for successful outcomes were highlighted. It is important to offer preoperative support and orientation to children's companions in order to favor comfort, confidence and security.

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Published

2009-12-01

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Research

How to Cite

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Companions’ of children who undergo surgical procedures and their feelings: experiences during perioperative period: vivências no perioperatório. REME Rev Min Enferm. [Internet]. 2009 Dec. 1 [cited 2025 Dec. 13];13(4). Available from: https://periodicos.ufmg.br/index.php/reme/article/view/50511

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