Identifying the needs of parents admitted to the paediatric emergency department.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The paediatric emergency department (PED) represents a vital entry point into the healthcare system, particularly for children experiencing acute health issues. However, despite playing a pivotal role in the paediatric care process, the experiences and needs of parents accompanying their children during these visits are often overlooked. Understanding these needs is essential for improving the quality of care provided in PEDs. This study aimed to identify the needs of parents of children admitted to the PED and examine how these needs vary according to demographic and experiential factors, including satisfaction with care.

Methods

This study is a descriptive cross-sectional study. This study was conducted in the PED of a 700-bed tertiary public hospital in south

SUBMITTER: Butun A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12548105 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature