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Attività assistita con gli animali all’Ospedale Pediatrico “A Meyer”: valutazione preliminare del progetto
PET ASSISTED CARE IN A PEDIATRIC HOSPITAL
S. Caprilli, M. Frassineti, A. Messeri
Servizio Terapia del Dolore, A.O. “A. Meyer”, Firenze
Marzo 2004 - pagg. 184
Abstract
A study was carried out to assess the results of pet-assisted
care at the “A. Meyer” Pediatric Hospital. 138 children of preschool
and school age were involved. Evaluation methods included
analysis of hospital infections, a discomfort scale, three behavioral
scales, the analysis of the graphic productions, 2 self-filled questionnaires
for the parents and the personnel. Results: no increase in infections,
beneficial effects for children (a better perception of the environment,
a good interaction), parents and medical staff in favour
of introducing pets in hospital, even though there is the need of more
information about safety. The introduction of pets in pediatric
wards is a promising approach to reduce stress in children.
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