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Conscious sedation of pediatric oncology patients for painful procedures: development and implementation of a

C F Macpherson1, L A Lundblad

  • 1Department of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Children's Hospital of Western Ontario, London, Canada.

Journal of Pediatric Oncology Nursing : Official Journal of the Association of Pediatric Oncology Nurses
|January 1, 1997
PubMed

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Conscious sedation can significantly reduce pain and distress for children undergoing cancer treatment. Implementing a clinical practice protocol ensures safe and effective use of conscious sedation for pediatric oncology patients.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Oncology
  • Pain Management
  • Sedation Practices

Background:

  • Procedure-related pain is a major source of distress for pediatric cancer patients.
  • Conscious sedation is a potential strategy to mitigate procedural pain and anxiety.
  • Standardized protocols are crucial for safe and effective sedation in this vulnerable population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the development and implementation of a conscious sedation protocol.
  • To provide a detailed protocol for pediatric oncology patients undergoing painful procedures.
  • To discuss the implications of conscious sedation for pediatric oncology nursing.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on conscious sedation in pediatric oncology.
  • Development of a clinical practice protocol for conscious sedation.
  • Implementation strategies for the protocol within a pediatric oncology setting.

Main Results:

  • The article details the systematic development of a conscious sedation protocol.
  • The protocol aims to enhance the safety and efficacy of sedation for pediatric cancer patients.
  • A comprehensive review of existing literature informs the protocol's guidelines.

Conclusions:

  • A well-defined conscious sedation protocol is essential for managing procedural pain in pediatric oncology.
  • Implementation of this protocol can improve patient comfort and reduce treatment-related distress.
  • This work provides a practical framework for nursing practice in pediatric oncology sedation.

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