By including children in the health-promoting practices that are modeled in Central Line Safety for Kids, parents can help their children learn to self-advocate for better health outcomes.
The dangers of central line infections
Even the safest hospitals in the country experience safety issues from infections that are spread in the hospital.
Three signs that you need to replace your child’s home nursing agency
The way many agencies are managed contributes to the poor quality of care some families receive from agencies, since the nurses are bounced from one case to the next when families are dissatisfied with the care their child is receiving.
A Shared Vision: Partnering with Therapists
Therapy is a necessary part of our lives as parents of children with special needs, and sometimes it can feel like a chore. When therapy goes badly, it can be disruptive, at best. We have experienced therapists who seemed unsure of themselves and didn’t understand the importance of partnership. We had a therapist tell us … Continue reading A Shared Vision: Partnering with Therapists
Participation and trust in health care
Five years ago, I didn’t give much thought to the way my local hospital managed the quality of care they provided. Then our son was born with multiple medical issues. Witnessing the complex medical care he received made me reflect more on the importance of diversity and inclusion among those making decisions about our health … Continue reading Participation and trust in health care
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