Pain Assessment Questions Nursing Mnemonic (OPQRST)

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OPQRST

  • O-Onset
  • P-Provoke or palliative
  • Q-Quality or character
  • R-Region or radiation
  • S-Signs, severity, symptoms
  • T-Time of onset, duration and intensity

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It is important not only to assess and document pain, but also assess and document the following characteristics so that the appropriate interventions occur.

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