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Description
Pediatric oncology patients require consistent, specialized care that is strongly supported by parental advocacy. Advocacy is critical for ensuring timely interventions, articulating the child’s needs, and providing emotional support during hospitalization. However, some pediatric patients face gaps in advocacy when parents are unable to be consistently present due to unavoidable obligations, such as work commitments or caregiving responsibilities for other children. This lack of consistent parental presence can impact the quality of care, potentially causing delays in treatment and unmet health needs (Brady et al., 2020).
Nurses are uniquely positioned to bridge these gaps by stepping in as advocates to ensure that pediatric oncology patients receive continuous, compassionate care (Nsiah et al., 2019). Through targeted nursing policies and education, nurse-led advocacy can play a pivotal role in addressing disparities in care caused by inconsistent parental involvement. This research proposal explores the impact of implementing such policies and education, aiming to empower nurses to fill the advocacy void, improve patient outcomes, and provide equitable care for this vulnerable population.
Department
Nursing
Publication Date
Fall 2024
Sponsorship/Conference/Institution
Dominican University of California
City
San Rafael, CA
Keywords
nursing policy, absent parent, pediatric oncology, parental advocacy, absent parents in pediatric oncology, nursing policy and parental involvement
Disciplines
Interprofessional Education | Nursing | Pediatric Nursing