Pain management nursing : official journal of the American Society of Pain Management Nurses
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The consumption prevalence of OTC medication ranges between 57% and 78% among adolescents in the United States of America; however, the reasons for self-medication with OTC analgesics have not been systematically examined. ⋯ Findings suggest that OTC analgesic use is common among adolescents to treat pain and other non-medically-indicated conditions, such as stress and anxiety.
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Pain is underrecognized and undertreated in patients with dementia. It has been suggested that nurses' attitudinal barriers may contribute to the challenges surrounding pain assessment and management in dementia. ⋯ It is essential that nurses gain confidence in distinguishing signs and symptoms of pain from behavioral changes in dementia. It is important to improve interdisciplinary communication and to get physicians to listen and prioritize pain assessment and management.
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This systematic review aimed to summarize and provide an update on clinical studies investigating the effects of auricular point acupressure (APA) on pain relief, in addition to the APA methods of delivery and operation. ⋯ This systematic review revealed important trends in APA treatments, which could be essential in determining treatment efficacy.
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This systematic review aimed to summarize and provide an update on clinical studies investigating the effects of auricular point acupressure (APA) on pain relief, in addition to the APA methods of delivery and operation. ⋯ This systematic review revealed important trends in APA treatments, which could be essential in determining treatment efficacy.
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Review Meta Analysis
The Effects of Psychological Interventions on Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Psychological interventions are effective at ameliorating the experience of pain in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and chronic back pain. However, their effect on diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) pain has yet to be established AIM: To assess the effectiveness of psychological interventions on pain and related outcomes in adults with DPN. ⋯ These findings demonstrate that the relationship between pain and perceived control identified in other groups who experience chronic pain may also be replicated in the DPN population. This is an important outcome that can guide further research and associated service developments.