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An Experimental Paradigm for the Prediction of Post-Operative Pain (PPOP)
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An Experimental Paradigm for the Prediction of Post-Operative Pain (PPOP)

Published on: January 27, 2010

Exploring influencing factors of postoperative pain in school-age children undergoing elective surgery

Ying Jia Shermin Chieng1, Wai Chi Sally Chan, Joanne Li Wee Liam

  • 1Division of Nursing, National University Hospital, Singapore.

Journal for Specialists in Pediatric Nursing : JSPN
|July 5, 2013
PubMed

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Children

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Pain Management
  • Child Psychology

Background:

  • Postoperative pain in children is a significant concern.
  • Understanding influencing factors is crucial for effective pain management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate factors influencing postoperative pain in pediatric patients undergoing elective surgery.
  • To identify key predictors of pain intensity and experience.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was conducted with 66 children aged 6-14 years.
  • Data collected from a tertiary hospital in Singapore in 2011.

Main Results:

  • Children reported moderate preoperative anxiety and postoperative pain.
  • Gender, preoperative anxiety, and negative emotional behaviors significantly impacted postoperative pain.
  • Boys experienced less postoperative pain compared to girls.

Conclusions:

  • Preoperative anxiety and behavioral factors are critical in pediatric postoperative pain.
  • Targeting anxiety and behavioral interventions can improve pain outcomes.
  • Further research is needed to develop effective assessment and management strategies.
Abstract

Keywords:
Anxietychildpainpostoperativepreoperativesurgery

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