Self perception of a nursing student in developing a helping relationship with the relatives of terminal stage children

Abstract

The present study aims at reporting and analysing the therapeutic approach of children under intensive care and studying the relationship between nurse and mother. Facing the illness of a dying child and within a sometimes hostile and emotional environment, the student is trained to help the family and their problems. The student's own anxiety and difficulties in managing these situations are evaluated.

pediatric intensive care units; terminal patient; therapeutic relationship