A 5-year-old child is hospitalized with a fractured femur. Which tool should the nurse use to assess this child's pain?
1. CRIES Scale
2. Faces Pain Rating Scale
3. SUN Scale
4. PIPP Scale
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Explanation:
1. The CRIES Scale was developed for preterm and full-term neonates.
2. A 5-year-old child should be able to use the Faces Scale to choose which face best matches the child's pain level.
3. The SUN Scale was developed for use in newborns.
4. The PIPP Scale was developed for premature infants.
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