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ArticleInternational journal of qualitative studies on health and well-being2026

Child participation and care experience in child health clinic nursing encounters: children's views by multi-methodology.

Laura Ortju, Ari Haaranen, Päivi Kankkunen, Liisa Karlsson

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Laura OrtjuDepartment of Nursing Science, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland.ORCID 0000-0001-7338-8606
Ari HaaranenDepartment of Nursing Science, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland.ORCID 0000-0002-3462-2225
Päivi KankkunenDepartment of Nursing Science, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland.ORCID 0000-0002-2732-9979
Liisa KarlssonFaculty of Educational Sciences, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland.ORCID 0000-0003-2581-314X

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purposeThe aim of this qualitative descriptive study was to explore young children's perspectives on participation and care experiences in child health clinic nursing encounters. Knowledge of children's experiences and views can help professionals support children's right to participation.

methodsData were generated using a multi-method approach that included researcher-initiated role-play, stimulated recall interviews, Storycrafting, painting and drawing. Eleven children aged 5-7 years and 12 parents participated. Children were involved in selecting methods and settings. Thematic and semiotic analyzes were conducted, supported by researcher triangulation. The Consolidated Criteria for Reporting Qualitative Research checklist guided reporting.

resultsClinic visits emerged as shared and meaningful experiences for children. Children's narratives highlighted their wish to act as active agents, the importance of play, toys and rewards, the need for psychosocial support and proximity to a support person, and the significance of the clinic's physical appearance. Vaccinations, physical measurements and adults' restrictive actions were described as memorable aspects that shaped children's care experiences.

conclusionsClinic visits emerged as shared and meaningful experiences for children. Children's narratives highlighted their wish to act as active agents, the importance of play, the need for psychosocial support, and the significance of the clinic's environment. Vaccinations, physical measurements and adults' restrictive actions were described as memorable aspects that shaped children's care experiences.

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Child Health ServicesNurse-Patient RelationsPatient ParticipationPediatric NursingAmbulatory Care FacilitiesChildChild, PreschoolFemaleHumansMaleParentsPlay and PlaythingsQualitative ResearchCare experiencechild health cliniccreative methodsmulti-methodologyparticipationprimary health carerole-playstimulated recall interviewstorycrafting methodstudy of children's perspectives

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