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This chapter provides a comprehensive guide to paediatric patient management in hybrid imaging, integrating technical considerations with family-centred approaches from scheduling the procedure to patient discharge. It starts with best practices for scheduling, followed by techniques for creating a welcoming, child-friendly environment that fosters trust and rapport. Patient preparation is discussed, focusing on technical requirements and methods to explain procedures to children and parents/caregivers. Strategies for minimizing discomfort during the injection are explored alongside reassuring communication. The image acquisition section highlights obtaining high-quality hybrid and non-hybrid images, with a best practice attitude, while maintaining the child’s comfort and cooperation through child-friendly language and immobilization devices. Finally, the discharge process emphasizes clear communication about post-procedure radioprotection and care and addressing concerns to ensure a positive experience. The chapter concludes with a checklist proposal for NM practitioners to self-evaluate communication with children and parents/caregivers. Overall, it provides strategies for best practice imaging and also practical insights and best strategies to improve the care and comfort of young patients, ultimately leading to better outcomes and higher satisfaction.
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Nuclear medicine Pediatric patients Patient management Patient caregivers Coping skills Communication Cognitive and emotional development
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Santos A, Grilo A, Albano D. Paediatric patient management. In: Camoni L, Mansi L, editors. Nuclear medicine hybrid imaging for radiographers & technologists. Cham: Springer; 2025. p. 207-27.
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Springer Nature Switzerland