Summary of recommendations relating to needlestick procedures
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It is the responsibility of those who care for children to eliminate or assuage pain and suffering when possible
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Anticipation is the key to managing procedure-related pain and distress
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Treatment approach should be multimodal and tailored to a child's needs
- Local anesthetics and strategies to soothe and minimize distress should be considered even for simple procedures such as venipunctures
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