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Angela Smith Collins1, Donna Gullette, Michael Schnepf

  • 1University of Alabama's Capstone College of Nursing, Tuscaloosa, USA.

Nursing Management
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Using Spanish phrases aids in the rapid assessment and management of acute pain for non-English speaking Hispanic patients. This improves pain care for a vulnerable population.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Sciences
  • Clinical Practice
  • Health Equity

Background:

  • Effective pain assessment is crucial for patient outcomes.
  • Language barriers can impede timely and accurate pain evaluation in diverse patient populations.
  • Hispanic patients who do not speak English may face challenges in communicating pain severity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the utility of specific Spanish phrases for assessing acute pain.
  • To improve pain management strategies for non-English speaking Hispanic patients.
  • To reduce disparities in pain care.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a concise set of Spanish pain assessment phrases.
  • Implementation of these phrases in clinical settings with Hispanic patients.

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  • Comparison of pain assessment and management timeliness before and after implementation.

    • Main Results:

    • Spanish phrases facilitated quicker pain assessments.
    • Timely initiation of pain management was observed.
    • Healthcare providers reported improved communication and confidence.

    Conclusions:

    • Specific Spanish phrases are effective tools for acute pain assessment in non-English speaking Hispanic patients.
    • Utilizing targeted language interventions can enhance pain management and reduce health disparities.
    • This approach supports culturally competent and equitable patient care.