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J. Perianesth. Nurs. · Dec 2018
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyThe Effect of Neiguan Point (P6) Acupressure With Wristband on Postoperative Nausea, Vomiting, and Comfort Level: A Randomized Controlled Study.
- Meryem Ünülü and Nurten Kaya.
- J. Perianesth. Nurs. 2018 Dec 1; 33 (6): 915-927.
PurposeTo determine how usage of wristband acupressure at pericardium 6 (P6) Neiguan point application affects nausea, vomiting, and comfort level in the postoperative period.DesignA randomized controlled experimental study.MethodsThe study was implemented at an obstetrics hospital. The study was conducted on 97 patients (47 experimental and 50 control subjects) who underwent gynecologic surgery other than caesarian section. In the experimental group, wristband acupressure was applied during the first 12 hours after operation. The control group received antiemetics during and after operation.FindingsAlthough P6 acupressure application was effective at preventing vomiting, its effect on nausea intensity was even better. Also, the P6 acupressure application enhanced patient comfort.ConclusionsBecause of its effectiveness and feasibility, wristband P6 acupuncture point acupressure application is a great alternative to pharmacologic methods in the gynecologic surgery population.Copyright © 2017 American Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
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