THE NUMERICAL PAIN ASSESSMENT

 

The Numerical Pain Scale is a useful tool when
assessing pain. It is based on a scale of 0-10.
A ladder starts from the ground and escalates to
the highest point, so does pain start from 0-10.

It is important to do a pain assessment after pain
medication has been given. See image for more
information.

Scenario: Bob went to the gym and pumped iron.
Shortly after, he developed an explosive headache.
Later Bob came to learn that he had ruptured an
aneurysm in his brain. 

Learn more about: Subarachnoid hemorrhage

Learn more about : Chest pain and the EKG

Learn more about: Stroke and prevention

Learn more: The care plan