Table 9.
Behavioural and environmental expressions | Sign absent | Sign weak or transient | Sign moderate or present about half the time | Sign strong or present almost all the time |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vocal or verbal expression: Cries, screams, moans, complains of pain | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Facial expression: Furrowed forehead, frown, furrowed or bulging brow, tense mouth | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Movements: Restlessness, agitation, rigidity, muscular tension | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Postures: Unusual and/or antalgic posture, protection of the painful area, immobility | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Interaction with the environment: Can be comforted, interested in playing, interacts with people |
Normal 0 |
Low 1 |
Very low 2 |
Absent 3 |
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