Exploring child life specialists’ perspective on the role and benefits of child life in pediatric sexual assault forensic examinations
2022; Taylor & Francis; Volume: 52; Issue: 3 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1080/02739615.2022.2079511
ISSN1532-6888
AutoresMolly Lukas, Gracie Avery, Sherwood Burns‐Nader, Emily Goldstein, Anna Schmitz,
Tópico(s)Ethics and Legal Issues in Pediatric Healthcare
ResumoThe purpose of this study was to describe Certified Child Life Specialists’ (CCLSs) perspectives on their role and the benefits of their role during pediatric sexual assault forensic examinations (PSAFEs). Using a structured interview, discussed roles included preparing the patient for and supporting the patient during the examination and supporting the multidisciplinary team. Perceived benefits of child life services included increasing patient coping and completion of the examination, decreasing re-traumatization, and minimizing parent stress. The findings highlight how CCLSs feel they support the emotional safety of PSAFE patients and families. Thus, healthcare programs providing PSAFEs should consider staffing a CCLS.
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