If the Patient Cannot Verbally Communicate with You, How Can

question 9

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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