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Pain management for dermatologic procedures in children

K F Rothman1

  • 1Department of Medicine, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, USA.

Advances in Dermatology
|January 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Providing simple explanations to children and parents before dermatologic procedures reduces procedure time and improves the experience. Dermatologists should prioritize less painful, effective treatments for pediatric patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Dermatology
  • Medical Communication
  • Patient Experience

Background:

  • Dermatologic procedures in children can be challenging.
  • Effective communication is crucial for pediatric patient management.
  • Minimizing procedural difficulty and duration is a clinical goal.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of pre-procedural explanations on pediatric dermatologic procedures.
  • To assess the effect of clear communication on patient and parent experience.
  • To emphasize the importance of considering pain management in pediatric dermatology.

Main Methods:

  • Explanations were provided to children and parents before dermatologic procedures.
  • Procedure duration was recorded.
  • Subjective experience of difficulty was assessed.
  • Consideration of alternative pain management techniques was noted.

Main Results:

  • Pre-procedural explanations decreased the time required for dermatologic procedures.
  • The explanation process contributed to a less difficult experience for children and parents.
  • Dermatologists' consideration of less painful methods was highlighted.

Conclusions:

  • Simple explanations are effective in improving pediatric dermatologic procedures.
  • Clear communication enhances the patient experience and procedural efficiency.
  • Prioritizing less painful treatment options is essential in pediatric dermatology.

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