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Abstract Care of terminally ill children is a complex and emotionally difficult challenge that impacts the wellbeing of all family caregivers. Providing care and support to meet the needs of terminally ill children causes grief and distress in caregivers, regardless of their preparation. It is important to recognize the individual needs of family members and to help them meet the challenge of caring for their child (Morgan, 2009). Aim of the Study 1. Assess parents’ knowledge, attitude and practice, regarding their involvement in care of their terminally ill children. 2. Design, implement and evaluate an educational program about parental involvement in care of their terminally ill children. Subjects and Methods Research design: It was a quasi experimental study. Research setting: This study was conducted at pediatric, neonatal intensive care, neurosurgery units in Suez Canal University Hospitals |