Journal of emergency nursing : JEN : official publication of the Emergency Department Nurses Association
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Randomized Controlled Trial
The Impact of Cold Spray and Ice Application During Intravenous Access on Pain and Fear in Children Aged 7-15 Years in the Pediatric Emergency Unit: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Many strategies have been developed to prevent procedural pain in pediatric emergency units, where nurses play a vital role in ensuring patient comfort. Easy-to-use and inexpensive nonpharmacologic analgesic methods are important in emergency units. This study was conducted to determine the effect of cold spray and ice applied during venipuncture on the level of fear and pain in children aged 7 to 15 years. ⋯ In conclusion, cold spray applied during intravenous access in children aged 7 to 15 effectively reduces pain and fear and should be used in the emergency unit.