To explore how parents of children with congenital heart disease experience and perceive their participation during pre- and postoperative monitoring of vital signs.
Key Findings:
Parents strive for connection and control through participation and support in a monitored care environment.
Three categories emerged: 'information as a foundation for parental participation,' balancing proximity and separation, and 'support for family presence and participation.'
Interpretation:
Omit this section.
Limitations:
The study involved a small sample size of ten parents, which may limit the generalizability of the findings.
The study was conducted in a specific healthcare setting, which may not reflect experiences in other contexts.
Conclusion:
Revise to: 'The study highlights the need for parents to be supported in their roles during their child's care.'
