PAIN SCALES

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Numerical Rating Scale (NRS)

The Numeric Rating Pain Scale (NRS) is a simple, widely used tool to assess pain intensity. It involves rating the pain on a scale from 0 to 10, with 0 representing "no pain" and 10 representing "the worst pain imaginable.


How to Use the Numeric Rating Pain Scale:

1. Ask Yourself: "On a scale of 0 to 10, with 0 being no pain and 10 being the worst pain you can imagine, how would you rate your pain right now?
2. Allow Time: Take a moment to reflect and provide a number that best describes the pain.


Numerical Rating Scale


  • 0
    None
  • 1
    Mild
  • 2
    Mild
  • 3
    Mild
  • 4
    Moderate
  • 5
    Moderate
  • 6
    Moderate
  • 7
    Severe
  • 8
    Severe
  • 9
    Severe
  • 10
    Severe

No Pain


This scale is a quick and effective way to gauge an individual’s pain level and guide further management. Regular reassessments can also help track changes in pain over time.