Louisa LaRussa, 82 years old, fell, bruising her chest and fracturing her right sixth rib. She has been medicated for severe pain. Which of the following statements is the least helpful in assessing Ms. LaRussa's pain?
a. "How do you feel today?"
b. "Point to where the pain is the worst"
c. "Tell me what makes the pain increase"
d. "How has this pain changed your daily rou-tine?"
A
Asking how the resident is feeling is not specific for information regarding the pain experience. Responses B, C, and D are excellent questions to ask a resident who is experiencing pain.
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