Child Life Hospital Environment and Psychosocial Care Flashcards
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Which environmental modification best supports a young child's sense of safety in a hospital room?
Answer: Allowing the child to bring a comfort item from home and personalizing the space
Allowing comfort items from home and personalizing the hospital room helps reduce anxiety and promotes a sense of safety and control for young children.
What is the primary goal of a child life specialist when orienting a newly admitted child to the hospital environment?
Answer: To reduce anxiety by familiarizing the child with the environment and people around them
Orienting a child to their new environment reduces fear of the unknown and helps establish a sense of safety and predictability.
Which type of play space is considered best practice for pediatric hospitals according to child life standards?
Answer: A dedicated, accessible playroom that provides a medical-free zone for children
A dedicated playroom that is accessible and free from medical procedures offers children a safe space for normalization, play, and coping.
How does hospital-related stress most commonly manifest in school-age children (6–12 years)?
Answer: Increased need for peer interaction and concerns about missing school and activities
School-age children are most concerned with peer relationships, academic performance, and missing normal activities, making normalization a key intervention.
Which intervention best supports an adolescent's psychosocial needs during a prolonged hospitalization?
Answer: Facilitating connection with peers and maintaining academic continuity
Maintaining peer connections and academic continuity helps adolescents preserve their identity and sense of normalcy during prolonged hospitalizations.
What is 'normalization' in the context of child life psychosocial care?
Answer: Providing experiences that promote typical development and reduce the impact of the hospital experience
Normalization refers to providing opportunities for play, learning, and social interaction that support typical development despite the hospital experience.