What adult patients prefer for reporting their pain levels, and frequency of reassessment when in the emergency department

Qureshi, Isma; Harris, Tim; Pathan, Sameer A.; Qureshi, Rizwana Aleem; Baker, Frances; Thomas, Stephen; Azad, Aftab

doi:10.1016/j.ajem.2023.08.008

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“…The Numerical Rating Scale (NRS) is a universally recognized tool for assessing pain frequently used in the ED. [12] Pain severity in patients with AAS was evaluated using an NRS, graded on a scale from 0 to 10. This assessment was performed by the initial attending physician to ensure blinding to the study's objectives.…”

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The impact of ankle kinesio taping on pain management in patients with acute ankle sprain

Karakoyun

2024

Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg

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BACKGROUND:The objective of this study was to assess the efficacy of Kinesio Tape (KT) application as a complementary treatment for patients with acute ankle sprain (AAS) in an Emergency Department (ED) setting. METHODS:A prospective, quasi-randomized controlled trial was conducted in a tertiary care ED. Adult patients diagnosed with isolated, stable Grade 1 and Grade 2 AAS were included. Patients were divided into two groups: the KT group, where KT was applied in addition to conventional treatment, and the control group, receiving only conventional treatment. Pain intensity, analgesic usage, and patient satisfaction were assessed. RESULTS:While pain levels were similar between both groups at baseline and the 30th minute, the control group reported significantly lower pain levels at the 60th minute (p=0.575, p=0.437, and p=0.042, respectively). The KT group exhibited reduced analgesic drug consumption and higher patient satisfaction levels (p<0.001 and p=0.003, respectively). Logistic regression analysis revealed that the difference in pain intensity at the 60th minute lost significance, while analgesic usage and patient satisfaction remained significant (p=0.631, p=0.003, and p=0.026, respectively).CONCLUSION: KT application, as a complementary treatment, may reduce the need for analgesics and enhance patient satisfaction in patients with AAS in the ED. Further research is needed to refine its application and confirm its effectiveness in standard AAS treatment protocols.

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confidence: 99%