Sweet pain management in newborns

Abstract

Gradin et al.'s (2002) study supported the use of oral glucose to help relieve pain in neonates. The results of this study could be used to support a research utilization project to promote the use of oral glucose in nursing practice. Feasibility issues would include the need to educate nurses on how to incorporate this research in practice. Future research could be done to determine if glucose loses its effectiveness with increasing age or at what age would a different form of analgesic be more effective.