A nurse is preparing an infant for circumcision. The parents ask about pain control. The nurse should inform the parents about what options? (Select all that apply.)
A.
Concentrated oral glucose solution
B.
Nonnutritive sucking
C.
Oral liquid aspirin products
D.
Swaddling and containment
E.
Topical anesthetics or anesthetic blocks
ANS: A, B, D, E
Pharmacological pain management during circumcision includes topical anesthetics, ring blocks, and nerve blocks. Oral acetaminophen (Tylenol) is also an option. Nonpharmacological pain management includes providing concentrated glucose solutions, nonnutritive sucking opportunities, swaddling and containment, and therapeutic touch.
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