Gates D, Morwessel N
J Pediatr Nurs. 1989 Feb;4(1):48-53.
This article discusses the occurrence of night terrors (parvor nocturnus) in children. The characteristics of a typical night terror incident are described, as are the common parental reactions to such frightening events. Nurses who work with children and families need to know about the etiology and clinical course of night terrors. They need to be able to differentiate night terrors from other sleep disturbances and determine possible ways to alleviate the occurrences. This article emphasizes assessment, anticipatory guidance, education, and counseling. A practical guide for parents is included to provide families with information on ways to cope with night terrors.
本文讨论了儿童夜惊（小儿夜惊症）的发生情况。文中描述了典型夜惊事件的特征，以及父母对这类可怕事件的常见反应。与儿童及其家庭打交道的护士需要了解夜惊的病因和临床病程。他们需要能够将夜惊与其他睡眠障碍区分开来，并确定减轻夜惊发作的可能方法。本文强调评估、预期指导、教育和咨询。文中还包含了一份给家长的实用指南，为家庭提供应对夜惊的方法信息。
