Atraumatic care Flashcards
What does atraumatic care mean?
Therapeutic care that minimizes or eliminates the psychological and physical distress experiences by the child and families
Principles of atraumatic care
-Avoid harmful techniques such as injections, catherization, NPO status
-Give medication to prevent nausea, vomiting and pain
-Treat the child; treat the family
-Dont seperate the child from parents
-Know the family, ask questions
-Good communication skills
Is it possible to avoid all techniques?
Impossible
What is another way to collect urine other than catherization?
Cotton balls, clean catch method, urinary bag
What is a way to make blood draw atraumatic?
Iv catheters, to save a blood draw
What should a child receiving chemotherapy get to avoid traumatic care?
Antiemetic medication
Should pain meds be given regularly?
Yes, to avoid pain
What should you AVOID
SC and IV injections
Should you separate children from parents
NO
Important things to ask the family
-Family context
-Favorite activities
-Friends
-Parents profession
Communication key
-Clear and trustworthy communication
-Create bond with parents
-Avoid big complicated medical terms
-Provide comfort
What does TLC stand for?
Tender
Loving
Care
