Pain management nursing : official journal of the American Society of Pain Management Nurses
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When students with intellectual disability (ID) experience pain, the pain may limit the extent to which they may engage in school activities. Although school nurses are primarily responsible for addressing students' pain, there are many barriers to identifying pain in students with ID. ⋯ Because pain intensity ratings were rarely documented, the utility of such ratings in the school setting may be low. Alternatively, obtaining pain intensity ratings from younger children may be challenging without the use of appropriate tools. Nurses, teachers, and other staff providing education and care to students with ID may require pain training. Implementation of tools that elicit student pain information from parents/guardians in the school setting could decrease point-of-care contact during the school day and proactively provide information on unique child pain behaviors.
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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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The rarity of perianesthetic catastrophic events creates a challenge in training support staff in the treatment of emergencies such as local anesthetic systemic toxicity (LAST). Simulation learning offers a unique venue in which to safely encounter rare events. ⋯ Experiential learning often results in significant knowledge acquisition and retention. Participants in this study improved their test scores regarding LAST and increased their sense of self-efficacy and ability to handle crisis scenarios after taking part in a high-fidelity simulation.
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This paper reports findings of a pilot singing intervention to assist people living with chronic pain. ⋯ Results indicate that group singing in chronic pain settings has multiple benefits and may positively complement clinical outcomes, serving as an effective adjunct to conventional pain management care and nursing.
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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.