Up against the System : A Case Study of Young Adult Perspectives Transitioning from Pediatric Palliative Care
Joint Authors
Jack, Susan M.
Thabane, Lehana
Cook, Karen
Siden, Harold
Browne, Gina
Source
Issue
Vol. 2013, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-10, 10 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2013-08-12
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
10
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Advances in pediatric care have not provided the interdisciplinary support services required by those young adults with pediatric life-threatening conditions (pedLTCs) who live beyond childhood but have limited expectations to live past early adulthood.
These young adults, the first generation to live into adulthood, face multiple challenges transitioning from a plethora of pediatric palliative services to scant adult health services.
In a case study, using an innovative bulletin board focus group, we describe the complex interplay of the health, education, and social service sectors in this transition.
Our descriptions include system deficits and strengths and the young adults’ resilience and coping strategies to overcome those deficits and move forward with their lives.
Young adults with pedLTC need knowledgeable providers, coordinated and accessible services, being respected and valued, and services and supports that promote independence.
We recommend implementation of multidisciplinary solutions that are focused on young adult priorities to ensure seamless access to resources to support these young adults’ health, educational, vocational, and social goals.
The input and voice of young adults in the development of these services are imperative to ensure that multisystem services support their needs and life goals.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Cook, Karen& Siden, Harold& Jack, Susan M.& Thabane, Lehana& Browne, Gina. 2013. Up against the System : A Case Study of Young Adult Perspectives Transitioning from Pediatric Palliative Care. Nursing Research and Practice،Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-10.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Cook, Karen…[et al.]. Up against the System : A Case Study of Young Adult Perspectives Transitioning from Pediatric Palliative Care. Nursing Research and Practice No. 2013 (2013), pp.1-10.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Cook, Karen& Siden, Harold& Jack, Susan M.& Thabane, Lehana& Browne, Gina. Up against the System : A Case Study of Young Adult Perspectives Transitioning from Pediatric Palliative Care. Nursing Research and Practice. 2013. Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-10.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-460499
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-460499