Pain management nursing : official journal of the American Society of Pain Management Nurses
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To examine the incorporation of pediatric pain education within the curricula of undergraduate nursing programs, and to appraise the standard of educational content concerning pediatric pain based on IAPS Curriculum Outline on Pain for Nursing. ⋯ The limited integration of pediatric pain content in Turkish nursing curricula poses a significant barrier to nurses' ability to manage pain in children effectively. Strengthening this aspect of education is essential to ensure nurses are equipped with the necessary skills to provide comprehensive and effective pain care, ultimately improving outcomes for pediatric patients.
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The study aimed to profile patients with uncontrolled chronic pain referred from primary care to a tertiary hospital in a developing country, and identify factors associated with pain intensity, interference, and its link with mental health. ⋯ The study provides valuable insight into the biopsychosocial characteristics of uncontrolled chronic pain patients in primary care, emphasizing the importance of implementing multidisciplinary approaches to manage chronic pain effectively within primary care settings.
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Review Meta Analysis
Application of Transcutaneous Electrical Acupoint Stimulation (TEAS) for Management of Postoperative Pain After Gynecological Surgeries: A Meta-Analysis.
Transcutaneous Electrical Acupoint Stimulation (TEAS) is a noninvasive technique that involves the application of electrical stimulation to specific acupoints on the skin. This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the clinical efficacy of TEAS in alleviating postoperative pain after gynecological surgeries. ⋯ Overall, the findings of this meta-analysis suggest that TEAS may be a promising adjunctive therapy for alleviating postoperative pain in gynecological surgery patients. However, caution should be exercised when interpreting the results and making clinical recommendations based on the low to moderate quality of the current evidence. Further high-quality studies are needed to confirm these results and establish optimal treatment protocols for TEAS in this patient population.
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To examine the pain conditions that have been studied using transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS), the various methods and dosage configurations used, as well as identify current gaps in the literature. ⋯ The findings indicate a growing body of evidence for effective use of taVNS for pain management, along with reducing co-occurring symptoms, such as depression. Nurses should be knowledgeable about this treatment option and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop best practices for the use of this technology in practice.
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Multicenter Study
The Impact of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Pains on Routine Tasks Among Operating Room Nurses: A Multicenter Cross-Sectional Study.
To determine work-related musculoskeletal pain (MSP) among 105 operating room nurses (ORNs) and its effect on their routine work. ⋯ Addressing musculoskeletal discomfort is vital because of its impact on nurses' job performance and potential patient harm. Providing ergonomic equipment, training nurses on musculoskeletal health, and raising awareness can help. It is also important to encourage regular breaks.