Downloadable Program Materials
Overview
The goal of this study was to assess and implement simple strategies to reduce injection site pain and syncope among preteens and teens aged 11–17 years following vaccination.
About the Study
We began by conducting focus groups and interviews to identify patient, parent, and provider preference for and acceptance of interventions that are currently recommended, but not widely implemented, to reduce pain and prevent syncope following vaccination.
We then conducted a pilot study to assess the feasibility and acceptability of implementing a pain- and syncope-reducing intervention (vaccination comfort menu) within two Kaiser Permanente Northwest (KPNW) pediatric clinics. To assess the potential impact of the intervention, we surveyed patients to determine whether it improved their experience. We also conducted implementation interviews with providers to examine the impact of the intervention on clinical workflow and the feasibility of long-term, widespread implementation of this intervention.
Findings & Dissemination
We are currently analyzing parent survey data and preparing manuscripts for publication. Publications will be added to this website as they become available.
The PAVE study was funded by the National Vaccine Program Office (NVPO; contract # VSRNV000002).
Development of an intervention to reduce pain and prevent syncope related to adolescent vaccination. Kuntz J, Firemark A, Schneider J, Henninger M, Bok K, Naleway A. Permanente Journal, in press. View PubMed Abstract
Feasibility of a pilot intervention to reduce pain and syncope during adolescent vaccination. Henninger M, Kuntz J, Firemark A, Varga A, Bok K, Naleway A. Vaccine, in press. View PubMed Abstract
Program Materials
We are making a selection of PAVE study materials available for general use. We encourage you to employ these materials in your own research and/or clinical practice.
Photocopy and Use
Although these materials are copyrighted, we are suspending copyright limitations so that you can make duplicate copies. However, you are prohibited from selling any of these materials or distributing them in order to make a profit. Your downloading of these materials constitutes your acknowledgement and acceptance of these terms.
If you use or modify materials, please cite as follows: Prevention of Adverse Vaccine Effects (PAVE) study, Center for Health Research, Kaiser Permanente Northwest, Allison Naleway, PhD (Principal Investigator)