Subcutaneous perfusion is an underused technique, the effectiveness of which has been demonstrated. A number of drugs of different therapeutic classes, including morphine, have a good level of scientific evidence for use by this route. Subcutaneous Acetaminophen injection is being used in some medical centers, mainly in Europe, despite the lack of definite evidence on its efficacy. This study aims to quantify the degree of effectiveness of subcutaneous Acetaminophen infusions for pain or fever in Geriatrics and Palliative Care, as well as determining its safety.
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Change in Numerical Rating Scale pain scores for conscious and cooperative patients
Timeframe: 60 minutes
Change on Algoplus Pain Scale for patients with verbal communication difficulties
Timeframe: 60 minutes
Change in temperature measurement
Timeframe: 60 minutes
Appearance of local side effects
Timeframe: at the time of perfusion, after 30 minutes, 60 minutes and 180 minutes, and one day after line removal