Youngsters' perceptions of the experience of pain and utilisation of over-the-counter pain medication as needed in community: A qualitative study

IF 1.2 4区医学 Q3 NURSING

Journal for Specialists in Pediatric Nursing Pub Date : 2021-01-04 DOI:10.1111/jspn.12323

Assumpta Ndengeyingoma RN, PhD, Valérie Lebel RN, PhD, Magali Bigras MD, Maria H. Jacob PhD, Marika Lacelle BPharm

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Abstract

Purpose

Pain is common in youngsters. No matter its nature, youngsters' consideration of pain is complex since its communications vary as a function of several components. The aim of this study is to explore the youngsters' perception linked to their experience of physiological pain at the home/family setting, as well as their experience with the utilisation of over-the-counter pain medication as needed.

Design and methods

A qualitative exploratory study was undertaken with 22 youngsters aged 5–17 years old. Semidirected interviews led to the understanding of these components by means of the pain experiences. Thematic analysis allowed the detection of the themes and subthemes emerging from the verbatim collected with the participants.

Results

The way pain is described is influenced by the child's development, previous experiences, and the projection of having pain. The pain communication is influenced by the severity perceived, the beliefs of the youngster experiencing pain, the comparison of the pain communication with his brothers and sisters, as well as the anticipated consequences of expressing his pain. The choice of behaviour towards pain is influenced by self-management through nonpharmacological management, with medicines if needed, and by family modelization.

Practice implications

This study confirms that previous pain experiences, beliefs related to pain tolerance and intended reactions of parents exert influence not only on the communication of pain, but also on youngsters' behaviour towards pain. It is important to consider these elements whenever youngsters' pain is evaluated.

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青少年对社区中疼痛体验和非处方止痛药使用的认知:一项定性研究

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Journal for Specialists in Pediatric Nursing 医学-护理

CiteScore

2.50

自引率

7.70%

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审稿时长

>12 weeks

期刊介绍： Linking science and practice by publishing evidence-based information on pediatric nursing and answering the question, ''How might this information affect nursing practice?'' The Journal for Specialists in Pediatric Nursing (JSPN) is the international evidence-based practice journal for nurses who specialize in the care of children and families. JSPN bridges the gap between research and practice by publishing peer-reviewed reliable, clinically relevant, and readily applicable evidence. The journal integrates the best evidence with pediatric nurses'' passion for achieving the best outcomes. The journal values interdisciplinary perspectives and publishes a wide variety of peer-reviewed papers on clinically relevant topics.