All children have a right to appropriate prevention, assessment andcontrol of their pain. Managing Pain in Children is anevidence-based, practical guide to care in all areas of children'spain management, providing nurses and other health carepractitioners with the skills and expertise necessary to managechildren's pain effectively. The text first explores the relevant anatomy and physiology ofchildren, the latest policy guidelines surrounding pain managementand ethical issues involved in managing children's pain. It thengoes on to look at the various pain assessment tools available forchildren and non-drug methods of pain relief. The text then goes onto apply these pain management principles to practice in relationto acute pain, chronic pain, palliative care and the management ofprocedural pain. Each of these chapters covers the evidence base,assessment techniques, pain relieving interventions, and guidancefor best practice in both hospital and community settings. Special features: Practical and accessible, with 'best practice' points in eachchapter Written in the context of latest policy developments Provides the necessary evidence-base for care throughout With contributions from experts in the field

Providing an evidence-based, practical guide to care in all areas of children's pain management, Managing Pain in Children offers nurses and other healthcare professionals an introduction to the skills and expertise to manage children's pain effectively. This fully-updated second edition first explores the relevant anatomy and physiology of children, the latest policy guidelines surrounding pain management and ethical issues involved in managing children's pain. Various pain assessment tools available for children and non-drug methods of pain relief are then explored and applied to practice in relation to acute pain, chronic pain, palliative care and the management of procedural pain. The evidence base, assessment techniques, pain-relieving interventions, and guidance for best practice in both hospital and community settings are covered throughout, making this title an ideal resource for all nurses and healthcare professionals working with children.

Advances over the past two decades have enabled physicians to revolutionize the manner in which they can assess and manage children’s pain. Thirty years ago it was thought that young children did not experience pain and therefore it was not necessary to treat it. Today professionals from a variety of disciplines have contributed data that have revolutionized medical perspectives. Technological advances now enable doctors to treat acute pain in fetuses, premature neonates, infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents with increasing precision and efficacy. Research highlighting the context of chronic pain has moved them away from a mind-body dichotomy and toward an integrated, holistic perspective that leads to substantial improvement in children’s adaptive functioning as well as subjective discomfort. This book covers these topics and is intended for anyone who provides medical care to children. Each chapter provides an overview of the problem, followed by a "hands on" description of relevant assessment and intervention strategies. The role of the primary care practitioner is highlighted, both as a front-line resource as well as a consumer of specialized pediatric pain treatment services. Each chapter ends with a summary and specific bullet points highlighting the most central elements, making for quick and easy reference.

Master paediatric pain management with precision This practical guide equips nurses and healthcare professionals with evidence-based skills to effectively manage children's pain. Explore assessment techniques, pain relief strategies, and best practices for both hospital and community settings, with a focus on core knowledge, advanced insights, clinical scenarios, and practical tips. The fully updated third edition includes an expanded procedural sedation section, enhanced coverage of capnography for respiratory monitoring, a new quality improvement sciences section, and additional online MCQs and self-assessment material. Written by experienced authors, with contributions from global experts, Managing Pain in Children and Young People covers: Why pain prevention and treatment are crucial Pain's biopsychosocial nature and pharmacology of analgesic drugs Acute nociceptive, neuropathic, and visceral pain management Chronic headaches, post-surgical pain, neonatal pain, and procedural pain Paediatric palliative care and pain management in low-income countries Drug-free pain relief methods and ethical considerations With a multidisciplinary focus, this essential resource is tailored for healthcare practitioners working with children and young people; including doctors, nurses, psychologists, and physiotherapists. This essential resource empowers you to provide the best possible care for young patients, helping them find comfort and relief in their journey towards healing.

Named a 2013 Doody's Core Title! "I would recommend this great little book for nurses who wish to carry a book with them in their clinical practice. Itís a great addition to the growing list of books addressing pain in pediatrics."--Pediatric Pain Letter "[This book] is a practical guide to pediatric pain assessment and management for the advanced practice nurse and primary caregivers who are interested in caring for patients with pain, but whose care specialty is not pain management. For the nurses whose specialty is pain management, this text provides a quick pediatric reference of our knowledge and tools of our trade. Even though it is a 'compact guide,' this text is well referenced with current key position statements, clinical practice guidelines, and primary references of the latest pediatric pain management research."--Pain Management Nursing Presented in a concise, systematic format, this clinically oriented book provides nurses and physicians quick access to up-to-date information on how to assess and manage pain in infants and children, including adolescents who suffer from acute and chronic pain conditions. This book provides a comprehensive review of medications for infants and children as well as nonpharmacological interventions to achieve optimal pain management for young patients undergoing needle-related procedures as well as painful conditions related to surgery, trauma, cancer, sickle cell disease, and chronic pain. Key Features: Describes the consequences of untreated pain on development of children Summarizes pain assessment tools recommended for verbal and preverbal patients as well as those who are critically or terminally ill Provides general principles and specific dosing recommendations for non-opioids, opioids, and coanalgesics for optimal safety and effective reduction in pain Describes the indications, medications, and ongoing care and monitoring related to the increasing use of epidural and continuous peripheral nerve block infusions for pediatric patients Provides information on how to use age-appropriate strategies for cognitive, cognitive-behavioral, and physical approaches to reduce pain Includes useful resources, such as websites, and other tools, such as pain diaries and patient education information, to support multidisciplinary teams and parents who care for children with acute and chronic pain

This Second Edition is a significant revision of the leading text and clinical reference on pediatric pain. Written by an international group of experts from all relevant disciplines, this new edition is a vital reference for all pain practitioners, and for nurses, psychologists, PTs, anesthesiologists, and pediatricians dealing with acute and chronic pediatric pain. This edition includes new and expanded information on NSAIDs, opioids, and regional anesthesia. New chapters cover sedation, pain in the ICU, multidisciplinary pain services, palliative care, and the long-term consequences of pain. User-friendly new features include many more illustrations of techniques.

"Madeline is a 15-year-old girl with abdominal pain and headaches that occur most days of the week. Because of her pain, she has missed 99 days of school this year and is no longer able to play volleyball. Her parents have taken her to see a number of specialists and she has tried many different medications but she has not experienced any improvement in her pain..." Chronic pain is a significant health problem for many children and adolescents, with studies suggesting that as many as 40% of children suffer from chronic pain. Unfortunately, many families cannot get the help they need because they live too far from children's hospitals with pediatric pain clinics, where most healthcare providers in this specialized area are based. Managing Your Child's Chronic Pain is a resource for parents to learn how to help their children and families cope with persisting pain using cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). The easy-to-do psychological treatment strategies in this resource provide parents with practical instructions in CBT for pain management. With guidance on how to prevent relapse, maintain improvements, and prevent future problems with pain and disability, Managing Your Child's Chronic Pain will empower parents to take a hands-on approach to relieving their child's pain"--