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Module 09 Written Assignment – Pain Assessment

Identify a family member or a friend, not a client, and conduct a pain assessment using the COLDER approach/questions. Write a brief summary of what you found and identify two nursing non-pharmacological interventions that you might recommend.

The nurse first must do a thorough assessment. This includes a detailed history, physical examination, and past medical history.

The pain assessment should include subjective information using the acronym of:

COLDER

Character- Sharp, dull, achy, burning,

Onset- When did it start?

Location- Where is it?

Duration- How long does it last?

Exacerbation-