Recognising the importance of language in effective pain assessment

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#Communication, #Pain management

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This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

Why you should read this article

to understand the role of language in pain assessment

to recognise the difference between pain, discomfort and comfort

to count towards revalidation as part of your 35 hours of CPD, or you may wish to write a reflective account (UK readers)

to contribute towards your professional development and local registration renewal requirements (non-UK readers)

Authors

Meriel Swann

Clinical Educator - Healthcare at Home, Burton-on-Trent, England

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