Implementation of the Pain and Irritability of Unknown Origin (PIUO) Pathway in Community Pediatric Practices
University of British Columbia
20 participants
Jun 28, 2024
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The Pain and Irritability of Unknown Origin (PIUO) Pathway is a clinical pathway that was developed to evaluate and manage unexplained pain and irritability for children with severe neurological impairments (SNI) who cannot verbally communicate 'where it hurts'. The investigators studied the usefulness of the Pathway with families and expert clinicians in 4 centres across Canada. The aim of this Phase 2 study is to determine whether this tool can transfer from hospital research centres into the community. The Pathway will be used by community pediatricians across British Columbia (BC) when they see patients with PIUO. The investigators want to know how well these pediatricians can follow the Pathway. The goal is to create a systematic, cohesive approach to enhance the clinical care for all children with complex medical needs experiencing PIUO.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria4
- Children aged 6 months to 18 years with SNI (from any cause) with unexplained pain and irritability and whose cognitive or communication impairments prevent determination of pain location, cause, and type will be eligible to participate.
- Eligible children will have cognitive impairment or be non-verbal. Parents should have sufficient English skills, or have access to assistance, to participate in the clinic visits and complete survey tools.
- General pediatricians
- Practicing in a community clinic in British Columbia
Exclusion Criteria4
- Children not within the specified age range
- Children with communication capabilities and cognitive development to localize their pain
- Children that have an explained and treatable cause of pain and irritability. Parents that do not have sufficient English skills, or have access to assistance, to participate in the clinic visits and complete survey tools.
- \- Healthcare professionals who are not general pediatricians (e.g., pediatrician specialists, nurse practitioners, nurses, other allied health professionals)
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Interventions
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NCT06869928