Reflection on the assessment and care of a child with osteogenesis imperfecta

Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a rare genetic condition that causes bones to become brittle and fracture. This article draws on the reflective experiences of two second-year children's nursing students on placement. It includes a case study that explores the assessment and care of a child with OI. Due to the lack of available evidence and understanding of nursing care for children with OI, the article also includes a personal reflection on clinical practice. There has been extensive development in evidence-based practice in nursing, which includes reflective practice. Reflection is an important component of nursing training and plays a part in ensuring that nurses keep their knowledge and skills up to date and gain valuable transferable skills. This article presents a reflection on nursing a child with OI along with more specific information on OI.