The Nurse Is Using the CRIES Pain Assessment Tool on a Preterm

question 13

Multiple Choice

The nurse is using the CRIES pain assessment tool on a preterm infant in the neonatal intensive care unit. Which are the components of this tool? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Color
• B) Moro reflex
• C) Oxygen saturation
• D) Posture of arms and legs
• E) Sleeplessness
• F) Facial expression

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Definitions:

Sensory Deprivation

A condition resulting from decreased sensory input or stimulation, which can lead to various cognitive and psychological effects.

Critical Care Unit (CCU)

A specialized hospital ward designed to provide intensive care medicine and monitoring for patients with serious, life-threatening conditions.

Airborne Precautions

Infection control measures taken to prevent the spread of diseases transmitted by small droplets that remain infectious over long distances when suspended in the air.

Hospice Care

Specialized care designed to provide support and comfort to patients in the final phase of a terminal illness, focusing on quality of life.