医疗保健有很长的路要赴，以协助青年，他们的家人从儿科世界搬到成人医疗团队。根据2017/2018National Survey of Children’s Health几个家庭报告了许多从儿科到成人医疗保健过渡的障碍，包括不舒服地搬到一名新医生，寻找一位他们可以与之交谈的医生，了解如何预约或如何确定保险范围。
医疗保健有很长的路要赴，以协助青年，他们的家人从儿科世界搬到成人医疗团队。根据2017/2018National Survey of Children’s Health几个家庭报告了许多从儿科到成人医疗保健过渡的障碍，包括不舒服地搬到一名新医生，寻找一位他们可以与之交谈的医生，了解如何预约或如何确定保险范围。
The transition from late teens to early adulthood is rife with challenges, transformations, and new experiences. It’s a time when adolescents leave behind the comforts of childhood and begin embracing the freedom and responsibility of being an adult. From going away to college and choosing a career path to handling finances and living away from home, it’s all a bit overwhelming. And navigating healthcare adds yet another layer of complexity to this life phase.
As a clinician, you’re accustomed to fielding patients’ questions and managing skepticism over various treatments. In some cases, a patient’s hunger for information is a positive sign that they’re invested in their health and will be dedicated to their prescribed care plan. But, when patients have the wrong information, it can lead to noncompliance or full-on refusal of care.
Contrary to many beliefs, children are not just mini-adults. Children of all ages are continuously developing physically, psychologically and socially. Whether they are 6 or 16, they react differently than adults when confronted with challenges and changes in their routines. This is especially true when children enter the hospital. Because they may not fully understand what is happening to them, they may become resistant to the care offered. At the same time, family members may be anxious and may unknowingly add to the child’s fears.
Dealing with hospitalized pediatric patients can be both challenging and rewarding. Depending on the stage of development the child is in, are required to manage his or her hospital stay. But just paying attention to the needs of the child is not enough. Parents and loved ones often show signs of stress and anxiety which can be mirrored in the child’s behavior. Ignoring the child’s loved ones can result in increased feelings of stress and anxiety for the entire family. And this can result in frustration and taxing situations for you!
