Pain management in people receiving intrauterine device insertion
To empower patients and decrease fear and anxiety, providers should assess for a history of trauma, allow for time to answer questions, and offer educational resources. Providers should discuss that the procedure involves some pain, which can range in intensity; review analgesic options; and
Authors
- Kristina Arion
- Sarah McQuillan
- Aryne Booth
Institutions
- University of Calgary (CA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Canadian Medical Association Journal
- Published
- 2024-09-15
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1503/cmaj.240120
- Citations
- 4
- Primary Topic
- Reproductive Health and Contraception
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.17