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Systematic review reveals breastfeeding is the best pain management for venipuncture in neonates, suggesting effective interventions for pain relief.
Among various non-pharmacological and pharmacological analgesics to reduce pain during and after the venipuncture in neonate, breastfeeding (including breast milk) was the best intervention to reduce pain during venipuncture, followed by NNS. Both these are feasible interventions in all settings.
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