Paediatric nursing and children's autonomy

Journal of Clinical NursingPublished 1 November 1996

Lesley Lowes

DOI10.1111/j.1365-2702.1996.tb00269.x

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TL;DR

The discussion highlights the dilemmas which may be faced by nurses when their values and beliefs, or hierarchical position within the health-care structure, inhibit their ability to promote children's autonomy.

Abstract

The topic of children's rights is a wide-ranging and complex subject, and in recognition of this fact this paper specifically addresses the concept of the right of children to make decisions about their own health-care. This paper explores the many factors which may influence a child's right to autonomy, including family relationships and the broader external influences exerted by health-care workers. The discussion highlights the dilemmas which may be faced by nurses when their values and beliefs, or hierarchical position within the health-care structure, inhibit their ability to promote children's autonomy.

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