Cold spray for less pain during blood gas test
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests if using cold spray (cryotherapy) can reduce pain when drawing blood from the wrist artery for a blood gas test. It may help people with breathing problems who need this test.
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Who can take part
- You have a breathing problem and need a blood gas test from your wrist artery
- You can rate your pain on a 0-10 scale
- You have no pain at your wrist before the test
- You are not allergic to numbing medicines like lidocaine
- You are 18 years or older
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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