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Pediatric patients are often subjected to procedures that ca…

Pediatric patients are often subjected to procedures that can cause pain and anxiety. Although pharmacologic interventions can be used, distraction is a simple and effective technique that directs children’s attention away from noxious stimuli. However, there are a multitude of techniques and technologies associated with distraction. Given the range of distraction techniques, the purpose of this article was to provide a meta-analysis of the evidence-based literature that can inform clinical practice and future research. Recommendations include greater attention to child preferences and temperament as a means of optimizing outcomes and heightening awareness around child participation in health care decision making. True or False: This article would be considered a primary quantitative research source.

Formulate a PICO(T) Question:You are working on a unit where…

Formulate a PICO(T) Question:You are working on a unit where post-operative patients have Foley catheters in place for what seems to be longer than needed. Your prior workplace had implemented a checklist to determine when the Foley catheter should be removed. Think of a PICO question that will help you to search the literature for the effectiveness of using a checklist to decrease time with a Foley catheter.Formulate the P in the PICO question.Formulate the I in the PICO question.Formulate the C in the PICO question.Formulate the O in the PICO question.State the PICO problem.