Effectiveness of External Cold and Vibration Stimulation Via Buzzy on Pain During Venipuncture Among Children In A Selected Hospital, Bangalore

Abstract

Background: Pain associated with needles is most stressful for children. Pain management during venipuncture is challenging for direct care providers, including nurses. Objective: To compare the effectiveness of external cold and vibration stimulation via Buzzy on pain during venipuncture among children. Research Design: An experimental Post-test-only control group design was adopted, where 60 children underwent venipuncture. Method: Non-probability purposive sampling technique. Data collection tool: Baseline variables were assessed. Venipuncture pain was rated by the investigator using the Wong-Baker Faces Pain Scale during the procedure. Result: Buzzy effectively reduced pain p<0.001 among children during venipuncture. Conclusion: The present study proves Buzzy effectively reduces pain during venipuncture among children. It can be used to deliver atraumatic care to hospitalized children.