In evaluating a patient's pain, which of the following would be the last step?
a. document the pain assessment
b. ensure that the patient understands the pain scale used
c. assess for the level of pain
d. use an appropriate pain scale
A
When assessing a patient's level of pain, consider the patient's developmental level which may impact on the patient's ability to use a pain scale, use an appropriate pain scale, make sure the patient understands the use of the pain scale, assess for pain, verify the patient's pain rating, and then document the findings from the pain assessment.
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