Abstract
Pediatric oncology patients are vulnerable to pain that may be caused by the disease or its treatment, and this symptom can be challenging to manage. This article focuses on the importance of pain control, pain assessment and treatment, and special considerations in pediatric oncology pain management, including preparing children for painful procedures and the family's role in managing pain.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 52-58 |
| Number of pages | 7 |
| Journal | American Journal of Nursing |
| Volume | 123 |
| Issue number | 5 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - May 1 2023 |
Keywords
- nursing care
- oncology
- pain
- pain management
- pediatrics
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Nursing