When the nurse is assessing a child's pain, which is most important?
A) Obtaining a pain rating from the child with each assessment
B) Using the same tool to assess the child's pain each time
C) Documenting the child's pain assessment
D) Asking the parents about the child's pain tolerance
Ans: B
Although obtaining a pain rating, documenting the assessment, and asking the child's parents about the pain are important, the most important aspect of pain assessment is to use the same tool each time so that appropriate comparisons can be made and effective interventions can be planned and implemented. Consistency allows the most accurate assessment of the child's pain.
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