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Update the Acute Trauma Pain Control Algorithm

Authors :
Amir Hosein Shams
Mahsa Ahadi
Mehrdad Karajizadeh
Shahram Paydar
Source :
Bulletin of Emergency and Trauma, Vol 12, Iss 3, Pp 146-147 (2024)
Publication Year :
2024
Publisher :
Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, 2024.

Abstract

We are writing to express my appreciation for the insightful article on pain management in trauma patients and its critical role in improving patient outcomes. The current protocol utilizing acetaminophen and opiate agents has proven to be significantly effective. However, Recent studies have indicated that the combination of acetaminophen and NSAIDs can provide superior analgesic effects compared to either agent alone, potentially surpassing the effect of opioids The current protocol utilizing acetaminophen and opiate agents has proven to be significantly effective. However, Recent studies have indicated that the combination of acetaminophen and NSAIDs can provide superior analgesic effects compared to either agent alone, potentially surpassing the effect of opioids. Integrating NSAIDs into the pain management protocol could offer several benefits, including enhanced Pain Relief (3) and Reduced Opioid Consumption. we believe that incorporating acetaminophen plus NSAIDs into the existing pain management algorithm could be a valuable step towards optimizing care for trauma patients. Enclosed is a revised proposed algorithm based on your previously published protocol for the management of acute pain in trauma patients.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
23222522 and 23223960
Volume :
12
Issue :
3
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Bulletin of Emergency and Trauma
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.1b8b4adc77ad42a180e5a9baad50642f
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.30476/beat.2024.104108.1542