Kids (3-11) Getting ready for a procedure How pain works Needle Pokes Procedural Pain Getting ready for a procedure How pain works Needle pokes Video
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About This Resource
This video is for kids and parents to watch together to better understand how pain works so they can better control their body and their experience. It describes strategies for helping kids, families, and providers better manage needle pain. While you can watch this video anytime, it can be helpful to watch it a few days before a procedure to give you time to talk about it, make a plan, and practice. You can find a link to the written Game Plan worksheet that goes with the video below.
Who Is This For
Parents, kids, teens, and providers.
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