Journal for specialists in pediatric nursing : JSPN
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J Spec Pediatr Nurs · Jul 2013
Exploring influencing factors of postoperative pain in school-age children undergoing elective surgery.
The purpose of this study was to examine the influencing factors of postoperative pain among children undergoing elective surgery. ⋯ Effective strategies for assessing and managing children's preoperative anxiety are needed to achieve an optimal postoperative pain management outcome.