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