I am a student in an LPN program, end of my 2nd quarter out of 5 quarter program.
I am working on an essay question for a self-study take home test. One of the questions asks how I would assess a patient with post/op pain in order to understand their level of distress. I've read the chapter on pain, and I understand all about the 1-10 pain rating scale. What other particular questions should I ask? "Where is it located? Can you describe it? Is it constant? Sharp/dull?" What else? I tried searching this web site, but couldn't find any questions to ask the patient (nor on Google).
I have to turn this test in next Monday. (Dec. 3, I think). Any words of wisdom would be greatly appreciated!
