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Post-operative pain control--prescription pattern and patients' experience
1Dept of Anaesthesia, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria.
West African Journal of Medicine
|December 11, 1999
Summary
Post-operative pain management in Ibadan showed a high reliance on intramuscular analgesics. Despite significant pain incidence and emotional distress, most patients reported satisfactory pain relief outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Pain Management
- Patient Experience
Background:
- Post-operative pain is a significant concern affecting patient recovery.
- Effective pain management strategies are crucial for improving surgical outcomes.
- Understanding patient experiences with pain relief is essential for optimizing care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the analgesic prescription patterns following surgery.
- To evaluate adult patients' experiences with post-operative pain relief.
- To identify the incidence and impact of pain on patients' well-being.
Main Methods:
- A study involving 200 adult patients undergoing anesthesia and surgery.
- Analysis of prescribed analgesic routes, primarily intermittent intramuscular injections.
- Assessment of pain intensity, its impact on daily activities, and patient satisfaction.
Main Results:
- 96% of patients received intermittent intramuscular injections for pain.
- 46% experienced moderate to severe pain immediately post-surgery.
- Despite pain, 89% found overall pain relief satisfactory, though pain affected sleep, mobility, and mood.
Conclusions:
- Intramuscular analgesia is the predominant method for post-operative pain in this setting.
- A significant proportion of patients experience moderate to severe pain, impacting their recovery.
- Patient satisfaction with pain relief remains high despite challenges, indicating a need for continued monitoring and potential optimization of pain management protocols.