Assessing pediatric resident needs in grief and bereavement education

Assessing pediatric resident needs in grief and bereavement education
Journal of Pain and Symptom Management; Hannah Reuman, Scott H Maurer, Kelly Harris, Amanda W Brown; July 2024
Pediatric [medical] residents care for dying children during training. Few educational efforts focus on helping trainees better understand their own grief process and the supports available to them and their patients' families. This work aims to assess pediatric residents' needs and preferences for content included in a curriculum on grief and bereavement. Conclusion: Pediatric residents indicate a strong desire for structured curricula on grief and bereavement focusing on resources that exist for families, approaches to grieving as a healthcare professional, and better understanding the experiences of bereaved families. These data may inform educators on priorities in training and support of pediatric residents on grief and bereavement.