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Preparing Jess for an Allergy Assessment

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This chapter follows the healthcare experience of Jess (pseudonym) who receives treatment for allergic rhinitis through a trans-disciplinary Allergy and Immunology team at a tertiary children’s hospital in Australia. Following background information and presenting issues, it will explore strategies to safely revisit and reframe traumatic medical procedures; discuss the need for a treatment plan based on the unique needs of the child and family; and provide tips and strategies for children requiring needle-related procedures.

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    Belinda J. Dean

  3. School of Health and Social Development, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia

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Perrin, M. (2022). Preparing Jess for an Allergy Assessment. In: Parson, J.A., Dean, B.J., Hadiprodjo, N.A. (eds) Integrating Therapeutic Play Into Nursing and Allied Health Practice. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-16938-0_11

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