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APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY NUTRITION AND METABOLISM
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CANADIAN SCIENCE PUBLISHING
DOI: 10.1139/apnm-2023-01321
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nutrition screening; malnutrition; pediatrics; pediatric nutrition screening tool; family centered care
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This study explores the potential perceptions, feelings, and opinions of families regarding pediatric nutrition screening during hospital admission. The findings show that nutrition screening may raise sensitive emotions and a lack of understanding of the purpose and questions of the screening. The acceptance of nutrition screening could be limited by the timing and approach.
Nutrition screening is the first step in most acute care pediatric nutrition care pathways. However, there is a lack of understanding of patient and families' perception of nutrition screening in pediatric populations. The objective of this study was to explore the potential perceptions, feelings, and opinions of families if pediatric nutrition screening were to be completed during hospital admission. Nine members of the Family Advisory Council at the Alberta Children's Hospital participated in a focus group to discuss questions around nutrition screening practices, malnutrition, and the pediatric nutrition screening tool. Transcripts were analyzed using MAXQDA and thematic analysis using the Braun and Clarke methodology. Two major themes emerged: screening may raise sensitive emotions and understanding the purpose of nutrition screening and the questions. Participants agreed discussions around growth and nutrition are vital to comprehensive medical care; however, the timing and approach of nutrition screening can lead to anxiety and feelings of judgement. A lack of understanding of the purpose of screening, next steps, and benefit to the individual patient could limit acceptance of nutrition screening. The findings of this study can inform training and education of healthcare professionals involved in nutrition screening.
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