The Effect of Breathing Exercises and the Valsalva Maneuver on Pain Reduction During Peripheral Intravenous Catheterization
Launched by MUSTAFA KEMAL UNIVERSITY · Mar 6, 2025
Trial Information
Current as of April 29, 2025
Not yet recruiting
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ClinConnect Summary
This clinical trial is looking at how breathing exercises and a technique called the Valsalva maneuver can help reduce pain during the insertion of a peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC). This is a common procedure where a small tube is placed in a vein to deliver medications or fluids, but it can be painful. The study aims to find out if these non-drug methods can effectively lessen the discomfort associated with this procedure, which is important because many medications can have side effects and can be costly.
To participate in the trial, you need to be at least 18 years old and currently hospitalized in the general surgery ward. You should not be using certain medications that affect your nervous system, and you should not have any heart or lung diseases or infections in the area where the catheter will be placed. Additionally, you should not have had any pain-relieving medications in the 24 hours before the procedure. If you agree to participate, you will be guided through breathing exercises to see if they help make the catheter insertion less painful. This study is not yet recruiting participants, but it aims to provide valuable insights into pain management during this common medical procedure.
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • To be 18 years of age or older,
- • Hospitalised in the general surgery ward with PIC indication,
- • Non-users of central nervous system drugs,
- • No heart and lung disease,
- • Absence of phlebitis, scar tissue, dermatitis, incision and infection in the area to be accessed,
- • No analgesic or anaesthetic agent has been administered 24 hours prior to PIC administration,
- • No pain in any part of the body that may affect the results of the study,
- • No PIK experience in the last month, The one with the -20-G catheter,
- • Pressure pain threshold averages 8-16 pounds (Lb),
- • No communication problems,
- • Capable of breathing exercise practice,
- • No mental problems,
- • Patients who agree to participate in the study will be included.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Patients who do not meet the inclusion criteria will not be included in the study.
About Mustafa Kemal University
Mustafa Kemal University is a prominent academic institution located in Hatay, Turkey, dedicated to advancing education, research, and healthcare. The university actively engages in clinical research through its affiliated medical and health sciences departments, contributing to the development of innovative treatments and healthcare solutions. With a commitment to scientific excellence and ethical standards, Mustafa Kemal University collaborates with various stakeholders to conduct rigorous clinical trials that aim to enhance patient care and improve health outcomes. Their research initiatives are designed to foster knowledge translation and promote evidence-based practices within the medical community.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
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Timeline
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Estimated completion
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