Our Pain Committee is researching the use of prophalatic tylenol administraion with routine immunizations. We have looked at articles but have seen mixed thoughts and even on our unit people's opinions differ. Currently, tylenol is automatically ordered and given prior to immunizations. The order is PRN and if the RN feels the baby needs, can administer other doses of tylenol for up to 24 hours I believe.
Can anyone please share their hospital's practice with giving immunizations and if tylenol is routinely used.
Thanks.