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Lucas, Christy M.; Mack, Molly C.; Majeski, Jill; Maurer, Scott H.
Pediatric blood & cancer, 09/2024, Volume: 71, Issue: 9Journal Article
Abstract Background Attire bolsters identity, self‐expression, and comfort. Hospital gowns are known to be distressing in adults. Attitudes of children with cancer toward hospital attire remain uninvestigated and may be a modifiable factor in overall well‐being. Methods A 39‐item mixed methods survey evaluated perceptions of patient attire in children with cancer. Children aged 7–18 years were recruited at an academic medical center. Data analysis included simple statistics and thematic analysis. Results Forty children with cancer receiving oncologic care participated. Participants’ mean age was 12.4 (SD = 3.0, range = 7–17) years, and 25 (62%) were male. Quantitative data revealed 81% of participants preferred their own attire when admitted to the hospital, feeling more comfortable in such when well (91%) or sick (75%). They did not feel like they “must” wear a gown when admitted (60%) and did not want to be asked about preferred inpatient attire (63%). Thematic analysis revealed that children had strong negative views of gowns and preferred to wear their own attire in the hospital, which provided physical and emotional comfort. Children worried wearing their own clothing could impede their care. Conclusion Children with cancer prefer wearing their own clothes in the hospital for physical and emotional comfort. They are willing to wear gowns for ease of care; however, they do not want to arbitrate when they need to make that choice. Providers may ease distress by considering a child's own clothes as default hospital attire with instructions for when a gown is necessary for good clinical care.
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