by Intern | Jan 29, 2024 | Patient experience, Preparation & Support
Medical Words We Use That Are Confusing Children Simplifying Healthcare Language for Young Patients The Impact of Confusing Medical Words on Children Understanding medical terminology can be challenging for anyone, and for children, it can be even more bewildering. As...
by Child Life On Call | Oct 13, 2023 | Empowered Parent Tips, Patient experience
“Listening to Parents in Healthcare” is more than a suggestion; it’s a necessity for improving the healthcare system. This article explores the four key areas that shape the hospital experience for families, based on over 170 parent stories featured...
by Child Life On Call | Sep 8, 2023 | Nursing Leadership, Patient experience, Uncategorized
Community and peer support play a crucial role in navigating medical experiences. Families and healthcare professionals often face numerous challenges, such as emotional distress, complex healthcare systems, and limited resources. This blog post aims to provide...
by Child Life On Call | Apr 17, 2023 | Patient experience
Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy, or H.I.E., occurs when blood flow and oxygen are restricted to the brain. Thankfully, there are patient advocacy organizations with game-changing leadership, Hope for HIE, to guide parents through their journey. Families whose new...
by Child Life On Call | Mar 21, 2023 | Empowered Parent Tips, Pain Management, Patient experience
Comfort positioning in pediatrics is an important topic for parents to understand because it is an alternative to the traditional technique of holding children down for procedures. As a child life specialist, I have seen firsthand the benefits that comfort positioning...
by Child Life On Call | Jan 22, 2023 | Child Life’s Value, Data & Metrics, Patient experience
Pediatric rounds in the hospital are missing one important, essential question: How are the parents doing? Parents are often the primary caregivers of children and their well-being is closely tied to their child’s. Therefore, it’s essential to ask parents...
