The Evaluation of Video Teaching on Preoperative Anxiety in the Outpatient Pediatric Surgical Patient

It is estimated that more than five million children in the United States undergo surgery annually, of which up to 75% experience preoperative anxiety. Preoperative anxiety is shown to prolong patient recovery and wound healing, increase narcotic and anesthesia use, and impact patients' ability to understand healthcare information.
Source: Journal of PeriAnesthesia Nursing - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: ASPAN National Conference Abstract Source Type: research