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- The study evaluates a program aimed at improving pain management practices in a pediatric hospital by assessing pre- and post-implementation effects.
- Researchers used questionnaires, patient record audits, and focus groups with nurses and physicians to gather data.
- Results showed improvements in the use of pain scales and the appreciation for pain management, but the program struggled with enhancing procedural pain management and documentation; key successes were attributed to dedicated staff support and program evaluation.
Article Abstract
Purpose: This study aims to evaluate the implementation of a comprehensive program to improve pain management practices in a pediatric hospital.
Methods: The pretest posttest design used questionnaires, patient record audits, and postimplementation focus groups with 366 nurses and 8 physicians.
Results: Positive changes occurred in the use of pain scales and in valuing good pain management. The program was less effective in improving procedural pain management and pain documentation.
Practice Implications: Important program strengths were the "local champions" (Pain Resource Nurses) and the ongoing support and expertise of the pain committee. Systematic evaluation was important to document successes as well as areas requiring further focus.
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| http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1744-6155.2007.00121.x | DOI Listing |
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