Koekemoer Gert C, Kuyler Ariné, Johnson Ensa, van Zijl Karen, Terblanche Alta J, Masuku Khetsiwe P, Bornman Juan
Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa.
Department of Inclusive Education, College of Education, University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa.
Health SA. 2025 Feb 5;30:2841. doi: 10.4102/hsag.v30i0.2841. eCollection 2025.
Hospitalisation can induce anxiety and trauma in children, complicating their medical experience. Exploring the role of visual schedules as a supportive strategy reveals that these schedules can significantly reduce stress during medical procedures. By providing clear and structured guidance, visual schedules improve communication, foster patient engagement and create a sense of predictability, thereby enhancing the overall patient experience. When tailored to individual needs, they help children navigate healthcare settings with greater confidence. Effective staff training is crucial for successful implementation, ensuring that paediatric patients receive the maximum benefits.
住院可能会给儿童带来焦虑和创伤，使他们的就医体验变得复杂。探索视觉日程安排作为一种支持策略的作用发现，这些日程安排可以显著减轻医疗程序中的压力。通过提供清晰且结构化的指导，视觉日程安排改善了沟通，促进了患者参与，并营造了一种可预测性，从而提升了整体患者体验。当根据个体需求进行定制时，它们帮助儿童更自信地应对医疗环境。有效的员工培训对于成功实施至关重要，以确保儿科患者获得最大益处。
