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The treatment of pain in children
R E Brown1, M L Schmitz, P D Andelman
1University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.
The Journal of the Arkansas Medical Society
|August 1, 1993
Insights
Pediatric pain is a significant health issue affecting children acutely and chronically. Effective pain management strategies exist for both children and healthcare settings.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Health
- Pain Management
Background:
- Pain significantly impacts children's health, influencing both acute and chronic care scenarios.
- Addressing pediatric pain is crucial for overall child well-being and development.
Observation:
- Pediatric pain presents challenges in various healthcare environments.
- Children experience pain that requires careful consideration in treatment planning.
Findings:
- Safe and effective treatments for acute pediatric pain are available.
- Evidence-based strategies exist for managing chronic pain in children.
Implications:
- Implementing safe pain management protocols is essential in pediatric healthcare.
- Improved pain control can enhance the quality of life for children experiencing pain.
Abstract:
Pain is an important pediatric health problem. It may have an impact in both the acute and chronic care of children. Safe treatment of both acute and chronic pain in children is possible in the community or hospital setting.