Effects of Valsalva Maneuver, EMLA Cream, and Stress Ball for Pregnant Women's Venipuncture Pain


Akarsu R. H., Ku B., Akarsu G. D.

ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES IN HEALTH AND MEDICINE, vol.27, no.5, pp.108-114, 2021 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 27 Issue: 5
  • Publication Date: 2021
  • Journal Name: ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES IN HEALTH AND MEDICINE
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, Academic Search Premier, CINAHL, EMBASE, International Pharmaceutical Abstracts, MEDLINE
  • Page Numbers: pp.108-114
  • Yozgat Bozok University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Context . Peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC) practice is a common invasive procedure used in the diagnosis and treatment of pregnant women admitted to the hospital. Difficulties experienced during PIVC application are among the most common problems encountered in a medical facility.