Anesthesia Providers' Perspectives Regarding Parental Presence During Anesthesia Induction: A Pilot Study
Abstract
The induction of anesthesia in children can be one of the most stressful parts of the surgical experience. This stress affects the child, the parent, and the surgical team. Children and parents alike are often overwhelmed by the process. The fear and anxiety are further compounded when the parent and child are separated. Several researchers have examined the impact upon parents and children of parental presence during anesthesia induction. Few investigators have examined parental presence's impact on anesthesia providers. Therefore, the purpose of this qualitative study was to examine anesthesia providers' perspectives regarding parental presence during the anesthesia induction of children. A purposive sample of anesthesia providers at a children's hospital in the northeastern United States was queried regarding their perspectives on providing anesthesia care to children in general. They were asked to express their perspectives concerning parental presence during the anesthesia induction of children. Semi-structured, qualitative interviews were conducted of consenting providers. Interviews were audio-taped and field notes were taken. Analysis of interviews was accomplished utilizing manual coding and secondary analysis.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1997
- Accession Number
- AD1011653
Entities
People
- Jeffrey Lockwood
Organizations
- Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences