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Perceptions of nurses and physicians regarding pain management of pediatric emergency room patients.
- J V Read.
- Pediatr Nurs. 1994 May 1;20(3):314-8.
PurposeTo explore perceptions of pain and pain management by nurses and physicians who care for pediatric emergency room patients.MethodA descriptive survey design using the Adapted Klein Premedication Questionnaire explored the attitudes and practices of 24 nurses and 21 physicians about children's pain in the emergency setting.ResultsThe majority of nurses and physicians who care for pediatric emergency room patients would medicate children experiencing pain. Both groups perceived pain in children the same way. There was a lack of knowledge in both groups regarding the appropriate dosages of pain medications.ConclusionsNurses and physicians need a stronger knowledge base regarding pain management practices.
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