Children's rights in healthcare : The influence of age on involvement

Abstract

The aim of this article is to highlight the significance of actively involving young children in their own healthcare and paediatric healthcare planning. Based on a study conducted in a hospital setting, which revealed a lack of personalized care and inadequate understanding among younger children, this article discusses the potential benefits of empowering young patients. The theoretical framework explores various dimensions, including child-centred care, communication strategies, child development, and the impact of involving children in decision-making processes. By fostering children’s participation and creating a safe environment, healthcare professionals can enhance the overall quality of care and promote positive health outcomes for young patients.

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Keywords

Child development, Child involvement, Child-centred care, Children rights, Decision-making, Healthcare planning, Healthcare services, Medical education, Paediatric healthcare, Patient empowerment, 3.2 Clinical medicine, 3.3 Health sciences, 3.1. Articles or chapters in proceedings/scientific books indexed in Web of Science and/or Scopus database

Citation

Popeiko, P, Puķīte, I, Dāvidsone, Z, Dzīvīte-Krišāne, I, Visnevska, I & Gardovska, D 2024, Children's rights in healthcare : The influence of age on involvement. in L Vilka & J Krūmiņa (eds), SHS Web of Conferences : 9th International Multidisciplinary Research Conference Society. Health. Welfare. vol. 184, 01001, SHS Web of Conferences, EDP Sciences, 9th International Multidisciplinary Research Conference: "Society. Health. Welfare.", Riga, Latvia, 29/03/23. https://doi.org/10.1051/shsconf/202418401001
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