Metadata
Title
Development and validation of pediatric opioid analgesia self-instruction system (pedoasis): An opioid knowledge tool for pediatric clinicians
Authors
MacDonell-Yilmaz RE; Anderson A; Hirway P; Welch JG
Year
2021
Publication
Journal of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Perinatal palliative care (PnPC) is a growing field where healthcare providers from multiple disciplines are supporting families and providing holistic care for their babies with life-limiting illnesses. It is important to have an approach that includes the standardized management of end-of-life symptoms that are anticipated around the time of birth., AREAS COVERED: A need was identified to develop medication orders for the initial pharmacological management of symptoms at end-of-life for infants with life-limiting conditions intended for use outside of an intensive care setting. The choice of medications was based on a review of the literature, discussion with content experts and guided by their ease of use, accessibility and noninvasive route of delivery. The recommendations can be used as a guide for the initial management of common symptoms encountered in perinatal palliative care., EXPERT OPINION: There are studies looking at many qualitative aspects of perinatal palliative care including perceptions of care, decision-making, and bereavement; however, few specifically focus on symptom management in the delivery room and postpartum ward settings. There is a need for standardization of the medical management of infants born with life-limiting conditions whose parents choose to pursue palliative care.
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MeSH
Death | Female | Humans | Infant | Pain | Palliative Care | Parents | Postpartum Period | Pregnancy