Camilla Perming, Eva-Lena Einberg, Sarah Bekaert, Pernilla Garmy
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Abstract
The purpose of this study was to describe experiences of pain among students at upper secondary schools (adolescents aged 16-19 years) in Sweden. Focus group (n = 9) interviews with 41 adolescents were conducted in southern Sweden in 2021. The interviews were analyzed by qualitative content analysis, which identified four categories encompassing the theme how pain expressed itself: (1) a warning bell-the body's way of saying that something is wrong; (2) school- and work-related pain; (3) interpersonal physical and emotional pain; and (4) heartache-a sign of humanity; and four categories describing the theme ways of dealing with pain: (1) turn your attention elsewhere; (2) "bite the bullet" and endure the pain; and (3) use painkillers or complementary treatments; and (4) ask for help from others. Findings are linked to the crucial role of school nurses in supporting students who experience pain.
期刊介绍:
The Journal of School Nursing (JOSN) is a bi-monthly peer-reviewed forum for improving the health of school children and the school community. The JOSN includes original research, research reviews, evidenced-based innovations in clinical practice or policy, and more. In addition to nursing, experts from medicine, public health, epidemiology, health services research, policy analysis, and education administration, also contribute.