Pediatric Care: Effective Assessment of Pain Scales in Newborn, Infants, Children Flashcards
Children experience differently than adults, making it essential to recognize their unique . Factors such as _________________________________________ influence how children express and cope with pain, necessitating a tailored approach to assessment.
age, developmental stage, and previous experiences
Several are designed specifically for children, including the
NIPS, Wong-Baker FACES, FLACC, and Numeric Rating Scale
NIPS meaning
Neonatal Infant Pain Scale
recommended for children less than 1 year old
Neonatal Infant Pain Scale
In Neonatal Infant Pain Scale, a score greater than 3 indicates?
pain
was developed at Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. It assesses 6 behavioral indicators in response to painful procedures in preterm newborns and fullterm newborns
NIPS
uses facial expressions to help children communicate pain levels.
Wong-Baker FACES Scale
It is particularly effective for and those with limited verbal skills, allowing them to express their discomfort in a relatable manner.
Wong-Baker FACES Scale
was originally created with children for children to help them communicate about their pain
Wong-Baker FACES Scale
The FLACC Scale assesses pain based on
Facial Experession, Leg Movement, Activity, Cry, Consolability
This observational tool is useful for infants and non-verbal children providing a comprehensive assessment of pain without requiring verbal communication
FLACC Scale
allows children aged 8 and older to rate their pain on a scale from 0 to 10.
Numeric Rating Scale
This tool is straightforward and effective for older children
, providing a clear quantifiable measure of pain intensity
Numeric Rating Scale
Choosing the right pain scale depends on the child’s
age and cognitive abilities.
0
No pain
