School-age children learn through observation and honest explanations.
They need:
- to understand the why behind what will happen
- room for choice and independence before and during their medical experience
- validated feelings and emotions
- visual learning tools (videos, books, pictures)
Doctors Visit with Shots
Grief and Loss
Lab Draw
Pill Swallowing and Medication Routine
Sibling Support
Anesthesia
Surgery
Port Access
Nasogastric “NG” Tube