If the Patient Cannot Verbally Communicate with You, How Can

question 11

Multiple Choice

If the patient cannot verbally communicate with you, how can you determine what his or her pain level might be prior to, during, or following treatment?

• A) The patient can point to a symbol that identifies his or her pain level.
• B) The patient does not have to report his or her pain level if it cannot be communicated verbally.
• C) A family member or the caregiver can provide the pain level for the patient.
• D) The patient can use Morse Code to tap out his or her pain level.

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