Journal for specialists in pediatric nursing : JSPN
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J Spec Pediatr Nurs · Jul 2007
Randomized Controlled TrialA pilot study of distraction for adolescents during allergy testing.
This pilot study describes pain and anxiety associated with allergy testing; tests distraction, specifically self-selected distraction; and examines the relationship between pain, anxiety, and engagement with distraction. ⋯ Knowledge about allergy testing pain, anxiety, and engagement with distraction can assist nurses in preparing adolescents for this procedure.