
Opinion|Videos|April 15, 2025
Managing Patient Experiences During and After IUD Placement
Author(s)Lisa Bayer, MD, MPH
Panelists discuss how environmental modifications based on patient preferences are crucial during intrauterine device (IUD) placement, including verbal comfort, adjusted lighting, distractions, and heating pads. They emphasize that physician rapport significantly impacts pain perception, acknowledging that postprocedure discomfort can last for days. They also ensure that patients receive comprehensive management guidelines and contact information for follow-up support.
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Video content above is prompted by the following:
- Environmental changes, based on patient preference, are key.
- Verbal comforting, dimming the lights, other forms of distraction, heating pads
- Rapport is key; studies have shown that negative physician relations are a key factor in reports of IUD placement pain/discomfort.
- Pain and cramping last for days.
- Patients are sent home with management guidelines and key contact information.
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