Non pharmacological Methods | Not at all/ Seldom (%) | Sometimes (%) | Nearly always/ Always (%) |
---|---|---|---|
Cognitive-behavioural methods | |||
Positive re-inforcement | 79.3 | 20.7 | 0 |
Breathing Technique | 3.9 | 14.4 | 81.7 |
Relaxation | 3.2 | 24.7 | 72.1 |
Distraction | 77.5 | 18.6 | 3.9 |
Imagery | 70.1 | 20.2 | 9.7 |
Preparatory Informationa | 12.3 | 65.0 | 22.7 |
Physical methods | |||
Heat Thermal Regulation | 76.0 | 12.3 | 11.7 |
Cold Thermal Regulation | 72.7 | 17.5 | 9.7 |
Massage | 50.0 | 31.2 | 18.8 |
Positioning | 6.5 | 9.1 | 84.4 |
Emotional | |||
Presence | 17.5 | 37.0 | 45.5 |
Comforting and reassurance | 0.6 | 7.1 | 92.2 |
Therapeutic touch | 32.5 | 28.5 | 39.0 |
Helping with daily activities | 7.8 | 24.7 | 67.5 |
Creating a comfortable environment | 15.5 | 39.0 | 45.5 |