Nurses use various methods to assess pain, including the use of pain scales like the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS), Visual Analog Scale (VAS), and the Wong-Baker FACES Pain Rating Scale. These tools help in quantifying the patient's pain level, making it easier to manage and treat. Additionally, nurses consider the patient's verbal and non-verbal cues, such as facial expressions, body language, and physiological indicators like increased heart rate and blood pressure.
