This article describes the nursing care experience of a severely burnt pediatric patient between October 23 and December 13, 2003. Assessment using the Gordon Eleven Nursing Evaluations revealed not only the patient's physical condition, but also the disrupted family relationship from the child's hospitalization. Nursing problems identified were (1) impaired skin integrity, (2) pain, (3) nutrition less than body requirement, (4) anxiety, and (5) family lack of coping skills. The use of play therapy and roleplay, independent nursing functions, was effective in helping the child to adjust to hospitalization. With an empathetic attitude in listening and counseling family members and the support of the entire Burn Center team, the author was able to help the family regained their confidence in caring for the child.