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A Randomized Controlled Trial: Role of EFTs (Emotional Freedom Techniques) in Reducing Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting After Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy.
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating EFTs (emotional freedom techniques), Tab. Midazolam 7.5 mg, and 7 other interventions for Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting. Completed, enrolled 50 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
In our study the investigators want to evaluate the effects of EFTs (emotional freedom techniques) for reducing incidence of PONV (Postoperative nausea and vomiting). The effects of EFTs have been quiet evident on many aspects if the incidence of PONV is reduced then it will be much valuable adjunct to postoperative management of the patients. Our hypothesis was Emotional freedom techniques are very useful to reduce the incidence of postoperative nausea and vomiting after laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
Study Details
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Interventions
The Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFTs) which has been pioneered by Gary Craig is a form of alternate medicine which works by tapping on body energy meridian points. Unlike drugs the EFTs has no side effects too
Tab. Midazolam 7.5 mg will be given to all patients at night before surgery.
Inj . Midazolam 0.7 mg/kg given as premedication 45 min before surgery.
It was given to induce anesthesia after 3 min of pre oxygenation.
It was given to induce muscle relaxation during anesthesia
It was given to maintain anesthesia during surgery alongwith oxygen in air mixture
It was given as prophylactic antibiotic. 2 doses given. 1st 30-60 min before surgery. 2nd 6 hours after surgery
3 doses for analgesia. 1st immediate postoperative, 2nd at 8 hours postoperative and 3 rd at 16 hours postoperative period
2 doses. 1st at immediate postoperative and 2nd 12 hours after surgery