Essential Education for Parents of Pediatric Patients with Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
Major
Nursing, BSN
Submission Type
Poster
Area of Study or Work
Nursing
Faculty Advisor
Amanda Hopkins
Location
CNS Atrium
Start Date
4-11-2026 11:15 AM
End Date
4-11-2026 12:30 PM
Abstract
There are over 600,00 pediatric traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) every year, and they are a significant and growing public health concern due to the potential of long-term cognitive, emotional, and psychosocial effects they can have on the child's long-term life. Traumatic brain injuries in children can result from falls, motor vehicle accidents, sports-related injuries, and non-accidental injuries, which are one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality rates in children worldwide. Many children can recover from mild injuries; however, moderate to severe brain injuries frequently lead to impairment that extends beyond the acute recovery and influences the child's development throughout life. Injury during key periods of neurodevelopment may lead to defects in function, memory, attention, and behavior. Studies indicate that early brain injuries are associated with increased risks of learning disabilities, social differences, and reduced lifetime achievements in occupational and educational settings Research indicates that parents of children with TBIs are not informed of the many aspects of the long-term consequences of the TBI. There is a lack of education and preparedness in recognizing cognitive changes, navigating school support systems, and understanding long-term outcomes. Effective caregiver education may improve adherence to follow-up care, increase coping strategies, reduce family stress, and improve overall long-term outcomes for affected children. Using the PRISMA guidelines, we are conducting an in-depth review of the literature on pediatric TBI and the education or interventions nurses should provide to better prepare parents and their children for more positive outcomes throughout their lifetime. Our review is currently in progress.
Essential Education for Parents of Pediatric Patients with Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
CNS Atrium
There are over 600,00 pediatric traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) every year, and they are a significant and growing public health concern due to the potential of long-term cognitive, emotional, and psychosocial effects they can have on the child's long-term life. Traumatic brain injuries in children can result from falls, motor vehicle accidents, sports-related injuries, and non-accidental injuries, which are one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality rates in children worldwide. Many children can recover from mild injuries; however, moderate to severe brain injuries frequently lead to impairment that extends beyond the acute recovery and influences the child's development throughout life. Injury during key periods of neurodevelopment may lead to defects in function, memory, attention, and behavior. Studies indicate that early brain injuries are associated with increased risks of learning disabilities, social differences, and reduced lifetime achievements in occupational and educational settings Research indicates that parents of children with TBIs are not informed of the many aspects of the long-term consequences of the TBI. There is a lack of education and preparedness in recognizing cognitive changes, navigating school support systems, and understanding long-term outcomes. Effective caregiver education may improve adherence to follow-up care, increase coping strategies, reduce family stress, and improve overall long-term outcomes for affected children. Using the PRISMA guidelines, we are conducting an in-depth review of the literature on pediatric TBI and the education or interventions nurses should provide to better prepare parents and their children for more positive outcomes throughout their lifetime. Our review is currently in progress.