Patients' Barriers to Effective Pain Management: A Correlational Study

Background Dealing with pain management is an issue that greatly impacts the well-being and health outcomes of individuals living with chronic pain. This research aimed to explore how patient-related obstacles affect the pain management practices of nurses, in public Jordanian hospitals. Methods The study involved a selection of 98 registered nurses who completed a self-administered questionnaire to assess patient-related barriers and pain management practices. The collected data was analyzed using SPSS and PLS SEM to test hypotheses. Results It was discovered that patient-related obstacles had an impact on pain assessment as well as both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. Additionally, the study revealed that nurses displayed moderate level of pain management practices. The R 2 values showed that patient related barriers explained a substantial amount of variance in pain management practices. Discussion This investigation underscored the importance of addressing patient related barriers when it comes to managing patients’ pain. It was recommended that nurses take on a role in empowering patients to overcome their obstacles and enhance their own pain management techniques. Furthermore, there is a need for research into other factors influencing pain management practices. The study acknowledged limitations within its methodology. Conclusion By demonstrating how patient-related barriers impact the way nurses handle patient pain, this study contributes insights to the existing literature on effective pain management. The study offered recommendations and suggestions for improving nursing practice and conducting future research on pain management.