TRINITY VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES DEGREE NURSING PROGRAM LEVEL II Clinical Activity

Comfort

TRINITY VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE ASSOCIATES DEGREE NURSING PROGRAM LEVEL II Clinical Activity Comfort

Comprehensive Pain Assessment

This clinical activity will guide you in:

·  Understanding how to use the components of pain assessment

·  Comparing patients with pain to identify whether or not pain management is effective.

Directions:

·  Review the policy/procedure for pain management in your acute care setting.

·  Identify the pain tool the facility uses to measure pain intensity

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Pt. Room #
Age
(M) or (F)
Diagnosis/reason for admission
Is patient able to self-report?
Category of pain:
·  Nociceptive
·  Neuropathic
·  Combination
Describe location
Describe intensity
Name of tool used
Onset
Duration
Alleviating factors
Relieving factors
Effect of pain on functional status
Effect of pain on quality of life
Medications ordered for pain

A.  Based on your current understanding of pain assessment were any of the patients you assessed untreated?

B.  If so, list the physiological process and /or consequences?

C.  Reflect on your personal perception of pain and list 1-2 personal attitudes that may affect your ability to manage the clients’ pain objectively and without bias.

D.  Explain your role and responsibility in pain management.

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