Rev. Soc. Bras. Enferm. Ped.2020;20(2):87-96.
Instructional therapeutic toy used in children when using the peripherally inserted central catheter: family members’ perception
DOI: 10.31508/1676-3793202000013
Abstract
Objective:
Apply the instructional therapeutic toy to hospitalized children for insertion and maintenance of the peripherally inserted central catheter and to identify the family members’ perception about the use of the instructional therapeutic play in the insertion and maintenance of the peripherally inserted central catheter.
Method:
Qualitative research, characterized as research-care, carried out in inpatient units of a pediatric hospital in southern Brazil. Five children and five family caregivers participated in the study. Data were collected from June to October 2019, using the researcher’s diary and semi-structured interview. Transcripts were analyzed using thematic analysis.
Results:
It was possible to verify that the use of the instructional therapeutic play, in the preparation for insertion and maintenance of the peripherally inserted central catheter, contributed for the children to be calmer and calm, in addition to cooperating with the procedures.
Conclusion:
The application of the instructional therapeutic play in this context, favored the approach and effective communication between professionals, the child and the family, expanding the possibilities of performing atraumatic care.