Danijela Prelogar
Klinični oddelek za intenzivno terapijo otrok, Pediatrična klinika, Univerzitetni klinični center Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenija

Matjana Koren Golja
Klinični oddelek za intenzivno terapijo otrok, Pediatrična klinika, Univerzitetni klinični center Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenija

Abstract

The pediatric intensive care unit is a complex environment where children, their parents and healthcare professionals have personal experiences. Critically ill children may experience various discomforts during their stay; they are vulnerable and dependent on healthcare professionals to acknowledge their needs. Therefore, they should be approached from a holistic perspective, which improves the quality of care and increases the satisfaction of children’s family and staff well-being.

Key words: holistic approach, child, intensive care unit, quality, safety, nursing care