London, Feb 1 (IANS) Simple distraction techniques, such as talking to a nurse, watching a DVD or using stress balls, can help patients to relax during varicose vein surgery and reduce their pain, says a study. “Undergoing conscious surgery can be a stressful experience for patients,” said study author professor Jane Ogden from the University of Surrey in Britain. In the fourth group, two palm …
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Talk to nurse to ease pain, anxiety during surgery