The nurse is assessing for pain in the chemically paralyzed child who is intubated. Which of the following methods will the nurse use for assessing pain?
a. a picture chart
b. pen and paper
c. the parent's intuition about their child's pain
d. increase in pulse and blood pressure
D
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A Incorrect. To assess pain in the chemically paralyzed child who is intubated the nurse would not use a picture chart.
B Incorrect. To assess pain in the chemically paralyzed child who is intubated the nurse would not use a pen and paper.
C Incorrect. To assess pain in the chemically paralyzed child who is intubated the nurse would not ask the parent's intuition about their child's pain.
D Correct. To assess pain in the chemically paralyzed child who is intubated the nurse would watch for tachycardia, increased blood pressure, and tears.
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