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Office-based pain management. The 15-minute consultation
1Department of Pediatrics, University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Hartford, USA.
Pediatric Clinics of North America
|June 3, 2000
Summary
Effective pain management is crucial for children
Area of Science:
- Pediatric medicine
- Pain management
Background:
- Pain is a common issue in children's illnesses and injuries.
- Pain treatment is often less prioritized than disease diagnosis and treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To emphasize the importance of prioritizing pain relief in pediatric care.
- To highlight the role of clinicians in alleviating suffering.
Main Methods:
- Review of currently available pain management modalities.
- Discussion of the impact of pain on pediatric healthcare encounters.
Main Results:
- Appropriate use of existing pain relief methods can significantly decrease pain.
- Addressing pain can reduce patient anxiety during medical visits.
Conclusions:
- Prioritizing pain management alongside disease treatment is essential.
- Effective pain relief allows children and clinicians to focus on recovery and health.