Evaluation of three pain assessment scales used for ventilated neonates.

Xiao-Zhi HuangLi LiJun ZhouFang HeChun-Xia ZhongBin Wang

Published in: Journal of clinical nursing (2018)

Choosing a valid, reliable, feasible and practical measurement is the key step for better management of procedural pain for ventilated newborns. Using the right and suitable tool is helpful to accurately identify pain, ultimately improve the neonatal care and outcomes.

Keyphrases

chronic pain
pain management
neuropathic pain
intensive care unit
acute respiratory distress syndrome
healthcare
pregnant women
low birth weight
spinal cord
quality improvement
skeletal muscle
insulin resistance