Patient-reported side effects and satisfaction of pre-hospital analgesia with low-dose esketamine: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Analgesia is a core intervention in emergency medicine. Pain is subjective, so patient-reported experience with pain and analgesia is essential for healthcare professionals. The aim of this study was to evaluate patient-reported side effects and satisfaction associated with pre-hospital analgesia with low-dose esketamine.

Methods

This is an observational cross-sectional study conducted as part of quality assurance measures of the German Red Cross Emergency Medical Service, Reutlingen, Germany. The survey was administered to all patients who received prehospital esketamine analgesia from paramedics. Addresses were obtained from medical records and mailed 10 days after the event. Patient feedback was anonymous and could not be linked to operational documentation.

SUBMITTER: Haske D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10625244 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature