Parents' Opinions towards Parental Presence During their Children's Invasive Procedures in the Paediatric Emergency Department: A Descriptive Study

Background: Invasive procedures tended to be more frightening, inducing distress and anxiety in children. Parental presence during such procedures has emerged as a crucial element in paediatric care, offering emotional support and comfort to children. Objective: This study aims to explore parental opinions regarding their presence during their children's invasive procedures in the Paediatric Emergency Department (PED). Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study design was employed, involving 377 parents from the King Abdullah Specialised Children’s Hospital (KASCH) in Riyadh. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire, the first about the parents' demographic characteristics and the second about parental opinions and expectations regarding parental presence during a child's procedure.