A new pediatric hospital is under development. A suggestion that has been shown to improve the psychological comfort of children in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit would be:

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Providing a bed for a parent to stay with the child in the PICU has been shown to improve the psychological comfort of children in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Having a parent present can provide comfort and support for the child during a stressful and potentially traumatic experience. Limiting the number of visitors or planning for two-patient rooms may not be as effective in improving the child's psychological well-being. Allowing parents to visit every two hours for short periods may be helpful, but it may not provide the same level of comfort and emotional support as having a parent present around the clock.

A New Pediatric Hospital Is Under Development