Pain management nursing : official journal of the American Society of Pain Management Nurses
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Reducing Pain and Fear in Children During Venipuncture: A Randomized Controlled Study.
Venous blood sampling is a common procedure in the hospital setting and cause significant pain and stress for children. ⋯ Balloon inflation, ball squeezing, and coughing were all effective in reducing pain and fear associated with venipuncture in children aged 7-12 years. These are simple, rapid, and cost-effective methods that nurses can implement during venipuncture with minimal equipment and preparation.
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To investigate the level of knowledge and attitudes related to pain management among nurses and physicians working in primary medical centres in Jordan. ⋯ The result of this study indicated that Jordanian healthcare professionals have a low level of knowledge and negative attitudes toward pain management, so educational programmes related to the topic are strongly recommended. The findings also revealed a discrepancy between knowledge and practice. Therefore, guidelines and protocols related to pain assessment and management should be designed and implemented to bridge the gap between knowledge and practice.
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Observational Study
Prevalence of Pain and Its Characteristics in Hospitalized Patients in an Indian Teaching Hospital.
Pain has a great impact on the physical and mental condition of hospitalized patients, reduces quality of life, and increases economic burden. ⋯ Pain prevalence and intensity in this Indian hospital were high and pain treatment was adequate in many cases. Timely assessment and appropriate management of pain in hospitalized patients is needed to prevent further pain and its complications in these patients.
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A key to successful symptom management in patients with cancer is to adapt the treatment to patient needs and complexities in an individual and dynamic manner. Rapid access to a clinician via telephone consultation supports treatment compliance, safety, and effectiveness and reduces the number of patients unnecessarily consulting emergency departments. ⋯ A telephone call service available for patients and other clinicians is an efficient way to enhance continuity of care for ambulatory patients. Continued efforts to make such a service cost effective must be implemented.
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Up to 80% of cancer patients in Kenya suffer from untreated moderate to severe pain. ⋯ Interventions should streamline palliative care training and implementation of pain management guidelines in both units. Interventions should consider the influence of different subcultures while implementing pain management policies and training.