Family-Centered Care in Pediatric Nursing: Current Trends and Future Directions

Author Name: Kajal Malik1, Geeta Badiger2, Mohd.Phahim3, Vedamurthy R4, Romi Sindhwal5, Kaliyamoorthy Rajeswari6

Volume: 03/01

Country: India

DOI NO.: 11.2023-61555522 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/04.2025-85838117/GIJNR

Affiliation:

1. Nursing Tutor, Himalaya College of Nursing, Sparsh Himalaya University, Majri Doiwala, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India.
2. Associate Professor, New Ashwini Institute of Nursing Sciences, Vijayapur, Karnataka, India.
3. Associate Professor, Muzaffarnagar Nursing Institute, Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, India.
4. Associate Professor, Teerthanker Mahaveer College of Nursing, Teerthanker Mahaveer University, Moradabad, U.P, India
5. Nursing Tutor, Himalayiya College of Nursing, Sparsh Himalaya University, Majri Doiwala, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India.
6. Nursing Tutor, college of nursing Madras Medical College, Chennai, India

ABSTRACT

Family-centered care (FCC) is a cornerstone of pediatric nursing, emphasizing collaboration among families, healthcare providers, and patients to improve health outcomes and strengthen care delivery. FCC focuses on incorporating family expertise and preferences into clinical decision-making processes, ensuring that care aligns with the cultural, emotional, and social contexts of families. Current trends in FCC highlight shared decision-making, tailored communication strategies, cultural competency, and technological advancements, such as telehealth platforms and electronic health records, which enhance family engagement and accessibility. Despite its transformative potential, barriers such as resource constraints, healthcare disparities, and limited training hinder effective FCC implementation. Future directions include leveraging evidence-based practices, expanding professional education, integrating artificial intelligence and digital tools, fostering community partnerships, and advocating for policy reforms to support holistic care. By addressing these challenges, pediatric nurses can advance FCC practices, promoting equitable and compassionate healthcare for children and their families.

Key words: Family-centered care (FCC), Shared decision-making,Patient and family engagement, Technology in healthcare.