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Abstract

■ Play is recognised as an essential component of a child's life.

■ Playing with children in hospital can aid nurses in assessing, communicating and providing nursing care.

■ Play workshops can facilitate nursing students' understanding of the importance and benefits of play.

■ Play can benefit children, health carers and parents in the hospital setting.

■ Play workshops encourage children's nurses to view play as an integral part of their role.

Keywords

Assessment Children,Communication Nursing practice Play,Play workshop.

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