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[Pain and treatment satisfaction: an observational study]
Alessandra Zampieron1, Renzo Zanotti
1Azienda Ospedaliera di Padova-Università degli Studi di Padova, Padova, Italy.
Professioni Infermieristiche
|May 9, 2008
Summary
Hospitalized patients often experience pain, with 73% reporting it. While pain impacts daily life, patients generally feel satisfied with their pain management, though satisfaction isn't linked to pain levels.
Area of Science:
- Pain Management
- Patient Experience
- Clinical Research
Context:
- Assesses subjective pain treatment perception in hospitalized patients.
- Utilizes an observational cross-sectional design.
- Employs the American Pain Society-Pain Outcome Modified-Questionnaire (APS-POQ-M).
Purpose:
- To evaluate hospitalized patients' perceptions of pain treatment.
- To compare findings with other published studies.
- To identify factors influencing pain treatment satisfaction.
Summary:
- Data collected from 350 patients in a university hospital revealed 73% experienced pain.
- Median current pain score was 3.8, with average 24-hour pain at 4.9.
- Patients reported pain interference but general satisfaction with treatment.
Impact:
- Highlights the prevalence of pain in hospitalized populations.
- Indicates a disconnect between pain levels and treatment satisfaction.
- Suggests potential areas for improving pain management strategies.
