143. A 13-year-old adolescent with a fractured femur is experiencing acute pain. What clinical nursing assessment is critical for effective pain management?
A.
Relying solely on parental reports.
B.
Using an age-appropriate pain scale (e.g., FACES, Numeric Rating Scale) and assessing pain characteristics, intensity, and location.
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C.
Observing facial expressions only.
D.
Asking if the pain is gone.
📖 Additional Information
Relying solely on parental reports.
Using an age-appropriate pain scale (e.g., FACES, Numeric Rating Scale) and assessing pain characteristics, intensity, and location.
