A study published in PLoS Negl Trop Dis highlights the healthcare experiences of children in the Brazilian Amazon after snakebite envenomations (SBEs). The research involved children aged 4-12 at a tertiary hospital in Manaus from July 2022 to March 2024. Using a drawing-and-story method, 20 children participated, primarily accompanied by their mothers. The time taken to receive medical care varied from 1 to 84 hours. Analysis revealed five main themes: understanding SBEs in initial parental care, children’s perceptions of SBEs, their experiences with snakebites, the use of therapeutic practices, and challenges faced in their healthcare journey. Communication barriers between children and adults often delayed treatment, and the traumatic nature of snakebites led to fear and pain among the children. The study calls for public health policies focused on early recognition of snakebite signs, validation of children’s voices, and the promotion of culturally sensitive care strategies. Improving these therapeutic itineraries is vital for ensuring timely and effective medical responses for pediatric snakebite victims in the region.
Therapeutic itineraries of children after snakebites in the Brazilian Amazon: A thematic drawing-and-story study
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