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NUR 1600 Exam 71. Numeric pain scale
Answer
Asking patients to rate their pain on a scale of 0-10, 0 being no pain and 10 being the worst pain
they've ever had.
*Must take into consideration if the patient is developmentally able to rank pain 0-10*
2. FACES pain scale
Answer
Used with nonverbal patients. Have patients pick a face that best describes their pain. FACES
will be on communication whiteboards in patient rooms.
3. What are the two most common pain scales in hospitals?
Answer
Numeric and FACES pain scale
4. NIPS pain scale
Answer
Neonatal Infant Pain Scale. Used to assess six behavioral reactions (facial expression, cry,
breathing pattern, arms, legs, and state of arousal) to pain in preterm and full-term newborns.
5. OUCHERS pain scale
Answer
Combines both the FACES and numeric pain scale. It allows pediatric patients to indicate how
much pain they are in by selecting a number or a corresponding face.
6. OLD CARTS ICE
Answer
O- onset (when did the pain start) L- location (where is the pain)
D- duration (how long have you had this pain)
C- characteristics (how would you describe the pain)
A- aggravating factors (what causes you to
, have pain)
R- relieving or relating factors (what reduces your pain or do you have other symptoms with this
pain)
T- therapeutics (what treatments, medications, etc help relieve your pain)
S- severity (numericscale, FACES)
I- impact on activities of daily living C- coping
E- emotional response
7. Health history
Answer
An interview of the patient with the goal of obtaining a database of the patient's past and
present health status, followed by a physical examination. The purpose of the health history is to
obtain subjective data from the patient so the nurse and patient can create a plan to promote
health, prevent diseases, resolve acute health problems, and minimize limitations related to
chronic health problems.
8. General survey
Answer
Begin the general inspection the moment you meet the patient. This involves observing physical
appearance and hygiene, body structure, body movement, emotional status, disposition, and
behavior. The general inspection requires paying attention to detail and provides clues about
any possible problems the patient may be experiencing. Initial impressions gained from these
preliminary observations direct the nurse to further examination in those areas that do not initially
appear normal. "Overall first impression"
9. ISBAR
Answer
A standardized format in which healthcare professionals communicate with each other on
clinical patient information.
I- Introduce yourself
S- Situation of patient
B- Background of patient
A- Assessment findings
R- Nurse recommendations for care of the patient
10. Comprehensive assessment
Answer
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