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Reducing anxiety and enhancing confidence in paediatric patients through visual schedules.

Gert C Koekemoer, Ariné Kuyler, Ensa Johnson, Karen van Zijl, Alta J Terblanche, Khetsiwe P Masuku, Juan Bornman

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Gert C KoekemoerDepartment of Health and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0009-2491-8362
Ariné KuylerDepartment of Inclusive Education, College of Education, University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2784-4601
Ensa JohnsonDepartment of Inclusive Education, College of Education, University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6203-1433
Karen van ZijlDepartment of Paediatrics, Zuid Afrikaans Hospital, Pretoria, South Africa.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2312-3930
Alta J TerblancheDepartment of Paediatrics, Zuid Afrikaans Hospital, Pretoria, South Africa.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5298-1627
Khetsiwe P MasukuDepartment of Speech Language Pathology and Audiology, Faculty of Humanities, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3413-689X
Juan BornmanDepartment of Health and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9685-3750

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Hospitalisation can induce anxiety and trauma in children, complicating their medical experience. Exploring the role of visual schedules as a supportive strategy reveals that these schedules can significantly reduce stress during medical procedures. By providing clear and structured guidance, visual schedules improve communication, foster patient engagement and create a sense of predictability, thereby enhancing the overall patient experience. When tailored to individual needs, they help children navigate healthcare settings with greater confidence. Effective staff training is crucial for successful implementation, ensuring that paediatric patients receive the maximum benefits.

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AACanxietyaugmentative and alternative communicationcommunication supportpaediatric person-centred carepaediatric wellbeingvisual schedules

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PMCPMC11886462

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