TABLE 3.
Variables Explaining Child self-Report of pain Response (Oucher pain Scale)
| Explanatory variable | Model coefficient (SE)a | Odds ratio (95% CI)b | p |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child’s age | −0.312 (0.061) | 0.73 (0.65–0.83) | <.0001 |
| Pediatric Behavior Scale, Impulsivity subscale | 0.162 (0.049) | 1.18 (1.07–1.30) | .0009 |
| Parent expectation of child’s distress during intravenous insertion | 0.228 (0.082) | 1.26 (1.07–1.47) | .005 |
| Special assistance at school | 0.874 (0.431) | 2.40 (1.03–5.57) | .042 |
| Child Behavior Style Scale monitor scale score | 0.048 (0.033) | .138 | |
| Child typical coping | 0.107 (0.073) | .141 |
a
Coefficients from logistic regression model.
b
Odds ratio of moderate/high pain: Oucher Pain Scale >3 versus low pain 0 to 3.