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Pain Assessment and Management
📋 Part 1: Understanding Pain Assessment
1. Which of the following is the MOST reliable way to assess someone's pain?
Asking the person to describe their pain levelObserving their facial expressions onlyUsing multiple assessment methods togetherChecking their medical history
2. What challenges might make it difficult for someone to communicate their pain? (Select all that apply)
Language barriersBeing very young or elderlyCognitive impairmentsCultural differences in expressing painBeing unconscious or non-verbal
3. On a pain scale from 0-10, what does a rating of "0" represent?
0 means: _________________________________
4. List three observable signs that might indicate someone is experiencing pain:
🩺 Part 2: Pain Management Planning
5. Why is it important for pain management to be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week?
6. Match the pain management strategy to its type:
Paracetamol
Deep breathing exercises
Ice pack application
Morphine
Distraction techniques
Non-medication strategy
Over-the-counter medication
Prescription medication
Physical therapy
Psychological support
7. A patient's pain medication doesn't seem to be working effectively. What should happen next?
Continue with the same medication and waitReassess the pain and adjust the treatment planTell the patient to cope with the painOnly use non-medication strategies
🤝 Part 3: Communication and Empathy
8. You are caring for someone who speaks limited English and appears to be in pain. Describe two strategies you could use to assess their pain level:
9. What information should be included when handing over a patient's pain management to the next shift? (Select all that apply)
Current pain levelMedications given and whenWhat strategies have workedPatient's favourite TV showAny changes in pain patterns
10. Explain why empathy is important when assessing and managing someone's pain:
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