| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2664025 | Journal of Pediatric Nursing | 2012 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Eating disorders (EDs) affect approximately 5% of Canadian adolescents. Patients experiencing acute medical complications of their illness are often treated on a general pediatric ward with mixed populations. Twenty-one health care providers shared their experiences caring for youth with EDs and provided feedback regarding the integration of a specialized ED nurse (ED-RN). Findings suggest that an RN and ED-RN model produces consistent care for ED patients and satisfying therapeutic relationships for nurses. ED-RNs caring for youth with EDs need support from their peers, whereas other nurses need training regarding this population. Suggestions for the integration of specialized RN roles are discussed.
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Authors
Nancy RN, PhD, Cheryl MSW, RSW, Sheri MD, FRCP(C), Christina MD, FRCP(C), Sherry Van PhD,