Trustful relationships between healthcare professionals and children: a concept analysis using Rodgers' evolutionary approach.

ABSTRACT: Despite the recognized importance of trust in pediatric healthcare, the concept of "trustful relationships" between children and healthcare professionals (HCPs) remains poorly defined, leading to inconsistencies in clinical practice and education. This study aims to define and clarify the concept of "trustful relationships" between pediatric patients aged 2 to 12 years and HCPs. It seeks to identify key attributes, antecedents, and consequences of these relationships and to develop a conceptual framework for future research and practice. An evolutionary concept analysis (ECA) following Rodgers' (2000) framework was conducted to explore the dynamic nature of trust in pediatric care. A comprehensive literature search was performed using PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, and PsychINFO databases, coveri

SUBMITTER: Dickens R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12222351 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature