Pain & Pain Management Resources
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Chronic Or Persistent Pain In Children & Young People
The presence of pain can affect all aspects of a child or young person's life and have a big impact on their whānau (family).Safe Use Of Paracetamol In Children
Paracetamol is a medicine to help reduce pain. Too much paracetamol can harm your child. Always measure doses exactly and check the strength - there are different strengths.Nitrous Oxide
You may know this gas as happy gas or laughing gas. It is a sweet-smelling, colourless gas used to ease pain and anxiety. This gas is safe for use in tamariki (children). There are no known long-term side effects from occasional use.Morphine Infusion
A morphine infusion is a pain-relieving medicine given continuously through a pump. Tamariki (children) often have it after an operation, but they may also have it for other reasons.Epidural Analgesia In Children
An epidural is a very effective way to control pain during and after major surgery to the chest, tummy and legs.Patient Controlled Analgesia (PCA) & Nurse Controlled Analgesia (NCA)
PCA stands for patient controlled analgesia. NCA stands for nurse controlled analgesia. A PCA or NCA pump lets your child or their nurse give a set amount of pain medicine (usually morphine) by pressing a button when needed.Painful Procedures & Operations - How Can Parents Help?
As a parent or caregiver, you know your child best. You can help staff to help your child cope with the procedure or surgery.Children's Pain - The Facts
Parents are often the best judges of their child’s pain. Listen to what your child says and watch what they do. If you are worried or unsure about your child’s pain, talk to a health professional.
